millenniumism
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Definition
Noun: - Belief in the Christian doctrine of the millennium: A theological belief centered on the expectation of a future thousand-year period of peace and righteousness, as mentioned in the Book of Revelation in the Christian Bible. This belief is often associated with interpretations of Christ's second coming and the establishment of His kingdom on Earth.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- His deep millenniumism shaped his interpretation of current world events.
- The theological debate focused on the differences between various forms of millenniumism.
Advanced Usage
- "Chiliasm": This is a synonym for millenniumism, derived from the Greek word for 'thousand'. It is often used in academic theological contexts.
- Early church writings show evidence of chiliasm, or millenniumism, among some Christian groups.
Variants and Related Words
- Millenarianism (n): A broader term often used interchangeably with millenniumism, but which can also refer to secular beliefs in a coming utopian age.
- Premillennialism (n): A specific form of millenniumism that believes Christ's second coming will occur the millennium.
- Postmillennialism (n): A specific form of millenniumism that believes Christ's second coming will occur the millennium, which is ushered in by Christian preaching and activity.
- Amillennialism (n): A theological view that interprets the millennium symbolically rather than as a literal future period; often contrasted with millenniumism.
Synonyms
- Chiliasm: Belief in a future thousand-year golden age, especially in a Christian context.
- Millenarianism: Belief in a coming radical transformation of society, often leading to a perfect age.
Related Idioms and Phrases
- "Holding a millennialist view": This phrase describes someone whose perspective is shaped by millenniumism.
- The preacher, holding a millennialist view, warned his congregation of the end times.
Noun
- belief in the Christian doctrine of the millennium mentioned in the Book of Revelations