Christology

(kris tälə jē)

noun

the study of the work and person of Jesus Christ and of the literature that relates to him

Origin: < Gr christos (see Christ) + -ology

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See Christology in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun pl. Chris·tol·o·gies
  1. The theological study of the person and deeds of Jesus.
  2. A doctrine or theory based on Jesus or Jesus's teachings.

Related Forms:

  • Chrisˌto·logˈi·cal (krĭsˌtə-lŏjˈĭ-kəl) adjective

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