Apokatastatic

/ˌæpɔkətæˈstætɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or characteristic of apokatastasis; pertaining to universal restoration or final reconciliation.

Etymology

From apokatastasis + -ic (adjective suffix). The adjective form allows theological discussion of beliefs about ultimate restoration.

Kelly Says

When theologians describe a belief as 'apokatastatic,' they're describing a hopeful vision of the end times where mercy wins out—but it's a controversial position that major churches rejected.

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