The theological and interpretive principles or practices characteristic of the school of Antioch, emphasizing literal biblical exegesis.
Antiochian + -ism (a system or practice). Developed as a technical term in religious history to describe the coherent school of thought originating from Antioch.
Antiochianism is basically the ancient version of 'read what it actually says' versus more spiritual, hidden-meaning readings—a debate that still happens in churches and synagogues today!
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