Relating to or of the nature of the Eucharist; characteristic of the Christian sacrament of communion.
From eucharist (Greek 'eu' + 'charis') plus the Latin suffix '-ial' meaning 'relating to.' This adjective form emerged in religious literature to describe things connected to the Eucharist.
Eucharistial theology is one of the deepest philosophical puzzles in religion—asking whether bread is symbolically or literally divine has kept theologians arguing for 2,000 years!
Derivative of Eucharist; inherits the gender context of male-dominated clergy control over sacramental theology and practice in Christian traditions.
Use when discussing eucharistic theology; pair with inclusive language about who performs and interprets sacraments.
Modern inclusive churches and feminist theology have reclaimed eucharistic practice as space for women's spiritual leadership and alternative interpretations of sacred meal theology.
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