Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
agnus dei
Noun
/ˈæɡ.nəs deɪ/
Definition
A Latin term meaning ‘Lamb of God’.
Examples
- The agnus dei is often referenced during the Mass in Catholic traditions.
- In art, the agnus dei is depicted as a lamb with a halo, symbolizing innocence and sacrifice.
Meaning
In Christian theology, it refers to Jesus Christ as the sacrificial lamb who takes away the sins of the world.
Synonyms
- Lamb of God
- Holy Lamb
- Divine Lamb
