Apollinarian

/ˌæp.əˈlɪn.ɛr.i.ən/ adjective

Relating to Apollinarius, a 4th-century Christian theologian, or to his doctrine about the nature of Christ.

From the Latin name Apollinarius, a bishop of Laodicea (310-390 CE) who developed a controversial Christological theory. The suffix '-an' indicates adherence to his teachings.

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