Eunomian

/juːˈnoʊmiən/ adjective

Definition

Relating to Eunomius, a 4th-century Christian theologian, or to his theological beliefs about the nature of God.

Etymology

From Eunomius (Greek theologian) + -ian; Eunomius (c. 335-394 CE) was a radical Arian Christian whose name derives from Greek eu- 'well' + nomos 'law'.

Kelly Says

Eunomius believed God's nature could be perfectly understood through reason alone—a radical claim that got him condemned as a heretic by both Eastern and Western churches.

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