saint jerome

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Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • A prominent early Christian scholar and theologian: Saint Jerome is recognized as one of the great Fathers of the early Christian Church. He is best known for his translation of the Bible from Hebrew and Greek into Latin, a version known as the Vulgate. He is also a saint and a Doctor of the Church.
Examples of Usage
  • Proper noun:
    • Saint Jerome is often depicted in art with a lion, based on a popular legend.
    • The writings of Saint Jerome were crucial for biblical scholarship in the Middle Ages.
    • Many monasteries were dedicated to the teachings of Saint Jerome.
Advanced Usage
  • "Jerome": The name "Jerome" is often used alone to refer to the saint, especially in historical or theological contexts.
    • Jerome's letters provide insight into early monastic life.
  • "St. Jerome": This is a common abbreviated form.
    • The feast day of St. Jerome is celebrated on September 30th.
Variants and Related Words
  • Hieronymus: The Latin form of his name, sometimes used in academic contexts.
    • Eusebius Sophronius Hieronymus is the full Latin name for the saint.
  • Vulgate (n): The Latin version of the Bible translated by Saint Jerome.
    • The Vulgate was the standard biblical text in the Western Church for centuries.
  • Doctor of the Church (n): A title given to saints recognized for their significant contribution to theology or doctrine, a title held by Saint Jerome.
Synonyms
  • Church Father: A title for influential early Christian theologians and writers.
  • Theologian: A person who engages in the study of the nature of God and religious belief.
  • Translator: One who translates text from one language to another.
Related Phrases
  • The Letters of Jerome: Refers to his extensive and influential correspondence.
    • The Letters of Jerome are a valuable source for church historians.
  • Jerome's Commentary: Refers to his exegetical works on books of the Bible.
    • Jerome's Commentary on the Book of Isaiah is a key patristic text.
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Noun
  1. (Roman Catholic Church) one of the great Fathers of the early Christian Church whose major work was his translation of the Scriptures from Hebrew and Greek into Latin (which became the Vulgate); a saint and Doctor of the Church (347-420)

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