Huldreich Zwingli

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Definition

Proper noun: - A Swiss theologian and leader of the Reformation in Switzerland: Huldreich Zwingli was a key figure in the Protestant Reformation, known for his sermons and theological writings that challenged the doctrines of the Roman Catholic Church and helped establish Reformed Protestantism in Switzerland.

Examples of Usage
  • Proper noun:
    • The theological works of Huldreich Zwingli were influential in the Swiss Reformation.
    • Huldreich Zwingli and Martin Luther had significant disagreements on certain points of doctrine.
Advanced Usage
  • "Zwinglian" (adj): Pertaining to the theology or reforms of Huldreich Zwingli.
    • The service followed a Zwinglian view of the Eucharist, emphasizing its memorial aspect.
Variants and Related Words

  • Zwingli: A common shortened form of the name Huldreich Zwingli.

    • Zwingli's ideas spread rapidly throughout the Swiss cantons.

  • Zwinglianism (n): The system of Reformed Protestant theology associated with Huldreich Zwingli.

    • Zwinglianism placed a strong emphasis on the authority of Scripture.
Synonyms
  • Reformer: A person who works to change and improve something, especially a religious or political system.
  • Theologian: A person who engages in the study of the nature of God and religious belief.
Related Phrases
  • "The Zwinglian Reformation": Refers specifically to the Protestant Reformation as it unfolded in Switzerland under Zwingli's leadership.
    • The Zwinglian Reformation in Zurich introduced many changes to church practice.
Noun
  1. Swiss theologian whose sermons began the Reformation in Switzerland (1484-1531)

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