Adoptionism

C2 16+

Collocations of adoptionism

Christology
Frequency: 70 %

The debate over adoptionism in early Christianity often centered around Christology.

heresy
Frequency: 60 %

The adoptionist belief was considered heretical by many church leaders.

controversy
Frequency: 50 %

The adoptionism controversy divided the early Christian community.

doctrine
Frequency: 45 %

The adoptionist doctrine challenged traditional doctrinal beliefs.

teaching
Frequency: 40 %

The adoptionist teachings were eventually condemned by the church.

Idiomatic Expressions for adoptionism

  • Phrase: adoptionism in religious doctrine
    Meaning: the belief that Jesus was adopted as God's son at a certain point in his life
    Usage: The debate over adoptionism in religious doctrine continues to divide scholars.