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Valentinian

Valentinian

9.9
A person who follows the early Christian teaching of Valentinus about secret spiritual knowledge
  • noun
  • /vælənˈtɪniən/
  • Formal
: valentiniano
  • A Valentinian believed that spiritual knowledge was the key to salvation.

Examples

  • Early church leaders debated the teachings of the Valentinian community.

  • Many Valentinians gathered to discuss their beliefs.

  • The writings of a Valentinian often explored complex theological ideas.

  • The Valentinian teachings emphasize the importance of knowledge.

  • A Valentinian held views that emphasized the significance of divine knowledge in achieving salvation.

  • The Valentinian perspective on creation diverged markedly from mainstream Christian beliefs.

  • In theological debates, the ideas of a Valentinian often sparked intense discussions among scholars.

Synonyms

Gnostic
vsValentinian
9 9.9

Relating to an old religion that says secret knowledge saves the soul

is a member of a specific branch within that religious movement

Surface Forms

Valentinian singular
Valentinians plural

Etymology

Valentinian originally meant a follower of the teacher Valentinus, and that name comes from valens meaning 'strong', the same root as valiant. So, a Valentinian is someone who follows the religious teaching of Valentinus.