Herodionine

/ˌhɪroʊdiˈoʊnaɪn/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or characteristic of Herodians or Herodione; connected with the followers or supporters of the Herod family.

Etymology

From Herodione plus -ine suffix denoting relationship or characteristic. This is a scholarly adjective used in classical and theological contexts.

Kelly Says

Some scholars think understanding Herodionine politics is key to understanding why ordinary Jews opposed Jesus—he threatened their delicate political balance with Rome.

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