Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
consubstantiation
Noun
/ˌkɒn.səbs.tæn.ʃiˈeɪ.ʃən/
Definition
The belief that during the Eucharist, the bread and wine coexist with the body and blood of Christ, but do not change in substance.
Examples
- Many theologians support the idea of consubstantiation in their understanding of the Lord’s Supper.
- During the debate, the concept of consubstantiation was compared to transubstantiation.
Meaning
A theological term describing the nature of the sacraments, particularly in relation to how Christ is present in communion elements.
Synonyms
- Coexistence
- Real presence
