arianist
Noun: * An adherent of Arianism; a person who holds the theological doctrine, originating with Arius in the 4th century, that Jesus Christ, the Son of God, is not co-eternal or consubstantial with God the Father but is a created being, subordinate to the Father.
The term "Arianist" is a historical and theological label. It is used to describe followers of the Arian heresy, primarily in the context of early Church history, theological debates, and the history of Christianity. It is a formal and specific term.
- The council was convened to address the teachings of the Arianists.
- As an Arianist, he rejected the doctrine of the Trinity as defined by the Nicene Creed.
- Historical records show that some Gothic tribes were converted by Arianist missionaries.
- The term is often used in contrast to "Nicene" or "orthodox" Christians who affirmed the full divinity of Christ.
- In modern interfaith or comparative religious discussions, "Arianist" might be used to categorize a specific Christological position distinct from mainstream Trinitarian theology.
- Arianism (noun): The belief system or heresy itself. (e.g., )
- Arian (adjective/noun): Often used interchangeably with "Arianist" as a noun. As an adjective, it describes anything relating to Arianism. (e.g., )
- Arian (when used as a noun)
- Adherent of Arianism
- Follower of Arius
The core, singular meaning of "Arianist" is a follower of the Arian doctrine concerning the nature of Christ. It does not refer to modern racial ideologies (Aryanism), which is an entirely different concept with a different etymological root.
- an adherent of Arianism (the belief that Jesus Christ was not truly God)