jesus

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Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • The central figure of Christianity: "Jesus" refers to the religious teacher and prophet whose life, teachings, death, and resurrection form the foundational beliefs of the Christian faith. He is considered by Christians to be the Son of God and the Messiah (Christ).

Usage

• "Jesus" is used as a name to refer to the historical and religious figure. It is typically preceded by no article (e.g., "in Jesus," not "in the Jesus").
• In Christian contexts, it is often used with titles (e.g., Jesus Christ, Jesus of Nazareth, Lord Jesus).
• In exclamations, "Jesus" is sometimes used informally (and potentially offensively) as an interjection to express surprise, shock, or frustration.

Examples

• Proper noun:
  • Christians believe that Jesus died for the sins of humanity.
  • The teachings of Jesus are recorded in the New Testament.
  • Jesus of Nazareth preached a message of love and forgiveness.

Advanced Usage

• "Jesus Christ": The full title combining his personal name "Jesus" with the designation "Christ" (meaning "anointed one" or "Messiah"). This is the most common compound form used in religious contexts.

  • They prayed in the name of Jesus Christ.

• "Jesus freak" (informal, sometimes derogatory): A term for an intensely committed or evangelical Christian.

  • In the 1970s, some media referred to young evangelicals as Jesus freaks.

Variants and Related Words

• Jesus (noun): The standard form.
• Jesus's (possessive): The possessive form, as in "Jesus's teachings."
• Jesu (noun): An archaic or poetic variant used in some hymns and older texts (e.g., "Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring").

Synonyms

• Christ: A title meaning "Messiah," often used synonymously with Jesus.
• The Messiah: Refers to the promised deliverer, identified by Christians as Jesus.
• The Savior / The Redeemer: Titles emphasizing the Christian belief in Jesus's role in saving humanity from sin.
• The Son of God: A theological title expressing the divine nature of Jesus in Christian doctrine.

Related Phrases

• In Jesus' name / In the name of Jesus: A phrase used in prayers, blessings, or commands within Christian practice.

  • The prayer ended with "in Jesus' name, Amen."

• Personal relationship with Jesus: A common evangelical Christian concept denoting an individual's direct faith connection with Jesus.

  • She spoke about her personal relationship with Jesus.

Idioms and Cultural References

• "What would Jesus do?" (WWJD): A phrase popularized in Christian ethics as a reminder to consider Jesus's teachings as a moral guide in decision-making.

  • Faced with a difficult choice, he asked himself, "What would Jesus do?"

• "Jesus take the wheel": A modern idiom derived from a popular song, expressing a surrender of control to God/Jesus in a difficult situation.

  • After the bad news, she sighed and said, "Jesus, take the wheel."

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Noun

1. a teacher and prophet born in Bethlehem and active in Nazareth; his life and sermons form the basis for Christianity (circa 4 BC - AD 29)