noun a Christian belief that Jesus was the adopted (not biological) son of God
In Christian theology, adoptionism is the belief that Jesus was born human and was later 'adopted' as God's son at his baptism or resurrection.
Adoptionism is a theological doctrine that Jesus was 'adopted' as God's son rather than being inherently divine.
Adoptionism was a theological controversy in early Christianity regarding the nature of Jesus' divinity.
Adoptionism is a Christological belief that emphasizes the human nature of Jesus and his 'adoption' as God's son.
Adoptionism is a theological doctrine that suggests Jesus was not the Son of God by nature but was adopted as such at his baptism or resurrection.
In historical studies of early Christianity, adoptionism is often discussed in relation to the development of Christology and the debates surrounding the nature of Jesus.
Adoptionism is a topic of interest in the field of religious studies, as it raises questions about the diversity of beliefs within early Christian communities.