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ecclesiologically

ecclesiologically

9.9
In a way that is about how the Christian church is organized or its rules
  • adverb
  • /ɪˌkliziəˈlɑdʒɪkli/
  • Formal
: eclesiológicamente
  • The result of this synthetic approach is a theology that is both ecclesiologically sophisticated and spiritually rich

Examples

  • The corresponding global justice mission of the Church is significant ecclesiologically: the Church's action in the world not only assumes and depends on lay participation; it also assumes integral partnerships with non-Catholic and nonreligious agencies and projects.

    Academic text (2010)

  • Many discussions about church governance are conducted ecclesiologically, examining the relationship between theology and structure.

  • For some, the domestic church (as christologically or ecclesiologically defined) might appear too restrictive or possibly judgmental.

    Academic text (2005)

  • The group focused on the church's mission ecclesiologically, addressing how its teachings impact communities.

  • The conference will explore ecclesiologically relevant topics, including leadership and community engagement within the Church.

Synonyms

ecclesiastically
vsecclesiologically
  • Formal
1 9.9

In a way that has to do with the church or its leaders

focuses on the study of church structure and organization in a technical way

Surface Forms

ecclesiologically positive

Morphology

ecclesiologically = ecclesiological (transparent) = ecclesiolog + ical + ly

The adverb is formed by regular suffixation from the adjective 'ecclesiological' (adding -ly), a predictable and transparent derivation.

Etymology

Ecclesiologically comes from an old Greek root ekklesia meaning 'assembly' or 'church' and the ending -logy meaning 'study', the same ending you see in biology. So, to look at something ecclesiologically is to look at it in terms of the church's structure or organization.