Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

socinus

Noun

/ˈsəʊsɪnəs/

Definition

A follower or adherent of the theological teachings of Fausto Sozzini, which emphasize rationalism and the rejection of the Trinity in Christian doctrine.

Examples

Many socini were involved in the Reformation, promoting their views through written works.
The socinus concept challenges traditional Christian beliefs about the nature of God.

Meaning

An individual who aligns with Socinianism, a theological movement that originated in the 16th century which advocates for a non-Trinitarian belief system and stresses the importance of reason in understanding matters of faith.