Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
arian
noun
/ˈɛəriən/
Definition
Arian refers to someone who adheres to Arianism, a belief in a non-trinitarian Christian doctrine that considers Jesus Christ to be distinct from God the Father.
Examples
- The council condemned Arian teachings and affirmed the divinity of Christ.
- Many early Christians debated the merits of Arian beliefs in the context of the Nicene Creed.
Meaning
The term generally denotes a follower of the Arian theological perspective, especially in the context of early Christianity.
Synonyms
- None (specific to Arianism)
