Christlikeness
- noun
- /ˈkraɪstˌlaɪknəs/
:
semejanza a Cristo
- They are not equally distributed so that Christians may grow in Christlikeness by sharing.
Examples
-
In their teachings, they emphasize Christlikeness as an essential quality for spiritual growth.
-
Because the goal of disciple building is Christlikeness in character and conduct, we have included suggested application ideas at the end of each principle.
Blog text (14) -
Many people strive for Christlikeness by showing kindness and compassion to others.
-
The pastor encouraged his congregation to pursue Christlikeness in their daily interactions with others.
How Christlike
11
7.0
14
3.9
423
2.7
297
1.0
82
1.0
Surface Forms
Morphology
Christlikeness = Christlike (transparent) = Christ + like + ness
Standard derivation from the adjective 'Christlike' to the noun with '-ness' denoting the quality or state of being Christlike.
Etymology
Christlikeness is formed from Christ and likeness ('like' or 'resemblance'), so it often means the quality of being like Jesus. That is why people say someone shows Christlikeness when they act with kindness, forgiveness, or other traits of Jesus.