Even later, in 1667, when Shabbethai's apostasy was rumored, Pinheiro, in common with numerous other adherents of Zevi, still believed him to be the messiah.
In a later period, specifically in 1667, when rumors emerged that Shabbethai had abandoned his faith, Pinheiro, along with numerous other followers of Zevi, continued to trust that he was the prophesied savior.