Second Advent
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Definition
Noun: - (Christian theology) the reappearance of Jesus as judge for the Last Judgment: This term refers to the prophesied future return of Jesus Christ to Earth at the end of time to judge humanity.
Usage
- The term "second advent" is a formal and theological term used primarily in Christian contexts to discuss eschatology (the study of end times).
- It is often used interchangeably with "Second Coming," though "Second Coming" is more common in general discourse.
- It is typically preceded by the definite article "the" (e.g., second advent).
Examples
- Many Christian denominations have specific doctrines regarding the timing and nature of the second advent.
- The ancient creed expresses belief in Christ's resurrection and his future second advent.
- Theological scholars have debated the signs that will precede the second advent.
Advanced Usage
- "The doctrine of the second advent": Refers to the specific theological teachings concerning Christ's return.
- The seminary course focused on the doctrine of the second advent.
- "Awaiting the second advent": Describes the attitude of faithful expectation.
- The community lived piously, awaiting the second advent.
Variants and Related Words
- Second Coming (n): The more common synonym for "second advent."
- Parousia (n): A technical theological term of Greek origin meaning "presence" or "arrival," used synonymously with second advent.
- Advent (n): Can refer to the first coming of Christ (Christmas) or, in a general sense, any important arrival. The "second advent" specifies the future return.
Synonyms
- Second Coming: The expected return of Christ.
- Return of Christ: A descriptive phrase for the same event.
Related Idioms and Phrases
- "The blessed hope": A phrase from the New Testament (Titus 2:13) that refers to the joyful expectation of the second advent.
- For the early Christians, the second advent was their blessed hope.
Noun
- (Christian theology) the reappearance of Jesus as judge for the Last Judgment