Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

marcionite

noun

/ˈmɑr.ʃəˌnaɪt/

Definition

A member of a sect founded by Marcion in the 2nd century AD that rejected the Old Testament and advocated for a distinct version of Christianity.

Examples

The Marcionite community flourished despite persecution from mainstream Christians.
Many Marcionite texts were eventually deemed heretical by the early church leaders.
As a Marcionite, he held unique views on salvation and grace that set him apart from his contemporaries.

Meaning

Marcionites believed in a dualistic system, emphasizing a distinction between the harsh creator god of the Old Testament and the benevolent god of the New Testament.