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These principles implanted into the lives of his followers made them as despised as he himself was. in times of war they would have no part in the conflict. During the religious wars of Europe both Protestants and Catholics suspected them of treachery. Both persecuted them because of this, but that did not prevent them from following the beautiful example of their Master in forgiving, and praying for their persecutors. They fled to other countries for refuge (Matt. 10:23) only to be driven from there later.