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Eunomian

Eunomian

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About the beliefs of Eunomius, an early Christian leader
  • adjective
  • /juˈnoʊmiən/
  • Specialized
: eunomiano
  • Eunomian Christianity is usually described in comparison to the views associated with the early fourth-century Arius, who was condemned as a heretic at the Council of Nicaea.
  • Eunomian Christianity

Examples

  • It has been interpreted as describing the actual creation of a separate Eunomian episcopal hierarchy.

    Academic text (2018)

  • The Eunomian teachings emphasize the importance of understanding the nature of God.

  • From his history, we know that Philostorgius was brought up in Eunomian Christianity from childhood.

    Academic text (2018)

  • The history includes an extensive section on Eunomian ordinations and division of responsibilities.

    Academic text (2018)

  • Philostorgius viewed this close connection to the imperial court as positive for members of the Eunomian community, as it reflected their active engagement in the affairs of the world.

    Academic text (2018)

  • In keeping with his understanding of the Eunomian community, Philostorgius represents Theophilus as possessing Constantius's support.

    Academic text (2018)

  • While Philostorgius clearly had a unique perspective on the events of the Roman Empire, this dichotomy between a history of the Christian church and a history of an Arian/Eunomian church presents several problems.

    Academic text (2018)

  • Philostorgius's account of these ordinations also communicates the righteousness of the Eunomian bishops’ independence and shows how they were providing good Christian leadership for the empire.

    Academic text (2018)

  • Many historians study Eunomian doctrines to explore early Christian theological debates.

  • The Eunomian sect was known for its distinct beliefs about the Trinity in Christianity.

Surface Forms

Eunomian positive

Morphology

Eunomian = Eunomius (transparent) = Eunomius + ian

Formed directly from the proper name 'Eunomius' with the productive relational suffix '-ian', so the morphological relation is regular and recognizable.

Etymology

Eunomian comes from the name Eunomius, a leader in early Christianity, and his name has Greek parts eu- 'good' and nomos 'law'. So, Eunomian means 'of Eunomius' and is used for the teachings or ideas he taught.