Antinosarian

/ˌæntinoʊˈsɛəriən/ adjective

Definition

Opposed to the theological principles of Antinomianism, or opposing the idea that moral law is not binding on Christians; this term is historically quite rare.

Etymology

From anti- + Antinomian (from antinomian, relating to Antinomianism—the belief that moral law doesn't apply to the faithful). This is a highly specialized theological term from Christian controversy.

Kelly Says

This ultra-specific theological term emerged during bitter Christian debates—on one side were Antinomians who said faith alone mattered, and antinosarians opposing them, making for some of history's most intense arguments about whether rules matter.

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