Hagiologically

/ˌhæɡiəˈlɒdʒɪkli/ adverb

Definition

In a manner relating to the study or writing about saints; from a hagiological perspective.

Etymology

Adverbial form of 'hagiological,' adding the adverb suffix '-ly' to express how something is done or analyzed in the context of saint studies.

Kelly Says

When historians approach a medieval text 'hagiologically,' they're specifically asking 'What does this tell us about how people viewed holiness and spirituality at this time?'

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