Athanasian

/ˌæθəˈneɪʒən/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or characteristic of Athanasius, a 4th-century Christian theologian, or his theological teachings about the nature of Christ.

Etymology

From Athanasius (c. 296–373), an Alexandrian Christian bishop and theologian. The suffix -ian indicates relation or belonging to a person or their ideas.

Kelly Says

Athanasius single-handedly fought the entire Christian establishment of his time over whether Jesus was truly divine or created—he was exiled five times but won, making him one of history's most stubborn theologians.

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