The concept of Christian thought in Christianity
Christian thought encompasses a range of beliefs and perspectives derived from Christian teachings and Scripture, focusing on life, morality, and God's nature. It encourages a positive view of death as a transition, promotes the concept of grace over merit, and emphasizes the importance of discipline and moral development for achieving eternal life. Furthermore, it involves evolving interpretations of Christian doctrines, the significance of personal experience in faith, and the collective beliefs surrounding Jesus and the Trinity, reflecting a dynamic understanding of salvation and existence.
Synonyms: Christian theology, Christian philosophy, Christian doctrine, Christian belief, Christian teaching
In German: Christliches Denken; In Swedish: Christian tänkte; In Finnish: Christian ajatteli; In Dutch: Christelijke gedachte; In Malay: Fikir Kristian; In Spanish: Pensamiento cristiano
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Christian concept of 'Christian thought'
From: Expositions of Holy Scripture
(1) This is the concept of discipline and moral development as the main goal of existence, providing the possibility of eternal life.[1] (2) This is what the Revised Version says more accurately as far as the words go, and more truly, as far as Christian thought goes, 'them that have obtained like precious faith with us in the righteousness.'[2] (3) This is a concept that includes the rescue and deliverance of a person from external evils, along with healing from internal evils, offering a comprehensive understanding of salvation.[3] (4) The great Christian thought, 'Christ has given Himself for me,' is closely linked to the concept of God's saving action, offering a foundation for imitating Christ.[4] (5) Christian thoughts are what the author wishes to come to, as the author seeks to illustrate how men will be forced to shape out for themselves some fancied ways of doing what men urgently require.[5]
From: A Dictionary of the Bible (Hastings)
(1) The molten metal of Christian thought and feeling took shape in the mold of a strikingly individual mind, which led to the crystallization of ideas and a unity and system in their presentation.[6] (2) The interpretation of paradise in the context of Christian beliefs, particularly regarding the afterlife.[7] (3) The theology and doctrines derived from the early teachings of Christianity, especially related to the Epistles and the teachings of Jesus.[8] (4) The collective understanding and beliefs held by early Christians regarding Jesus and the Trinity, which evolved over time.[9]
From: Ante-nicene Fathers
(1) The level of development of Christian ideas, along with the presence of undeveloped heresy, supports the early dating of the document, indicating a specific phase in the evolution of Christian beliefs.[10] (2) The body of ideas, beliefs, and doctrines that have been formulated within Christianity throughout its history.[11] (3) The theological and philosophical ideas that arose from Christianity, shaped by early authors like Athenagoras and Clement.[12]