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The concept of Communion with God in Christianity

Communion with God in Christianity signifies a profound and intimate spiritual connection that individuals cultivate through prayer, faith, and shared experiences with the divine. This relationship is characterized by ongoing communication and mutual exchange of love, offering spiritual elevation, guidance, and comfort. It emphasizes the importance of direct interaction with God, transcending ritualistic practices, and fostering a deep sense of fellowship that nurtures the believer's faith and understanding of divine love and presence in daily life.

Synonyms: Fellowship with god, Communion with the divine, Connection with god, Spiritual communion, Relationship with god, Divine fellowship, Intercourse with god, Intimacy with god, Prayer, Meditation, Worship, Fellowship, Contemplation, Reflection, Devotion, Spiritual connection, Divine communion

In Dutch: Gemeenschap met God; In Finnish: Yhteys Jumalan kanssa; In German: Gemeinschaft mit Gott; In Spanish: ComuniĂłn con Dios; In Malay: Perhubungan dengan Tuhan; In Swedish: Gemenskap med Gud; In French: Communion avec Dieu

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Christian concept of 'Communion with God'

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Significance in Christianity (general):

From: Expositions of Holy Scripture

(1) This is a connection with the divine, which is possible through Christ, and the removal of objective and subjective hindrances.[1] (2) A blessing related to Christianity, characterized by calmness and purity, which people may desire, as the text implies.[2] (3) This refers to the constant relationship Jesus had with God, which was a characteristic that made him appear different to others.[3] (4) This refers to the practice of maintaining a connection with the divine, which is a source of joy and influences how people perceive the events of their lives.[4] (5) This and the Lamb is perfect, continuous, spiritual, and there is no temple, no outward shrine, no place of special communion, no dependence on externals.[5]

From: A Dictionary of the Bible (Hastings)

(1) The practice of setting apart the seventh day as a time for rest from labor and for communion with God.[6] (2) The relationship and engagement of man with God, indicative of spiritual connection and fellowship.[7] (3) The relationship and shared experiences between individuals and the Divine, which underpins all communal fellowship among believers.[8]

From: Hymns for Christian Devotion

(1) The act of sharing and connecting spiritually with God through prayer, reflection, and worship.[9]

From: A Cyclopedia of Biblical literature

(1) This was made possible for the Israelites through a covenant confirmed by laws and offerings, allowing them to receive further revelations from Him.[10]

Significance in Early Christian church and writers:
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From: Ante-nicene Fathers

(1) This is granted to those who need it, with the divine entity sketching out the plan of salvation, and the divine entity providing guidance to those who did not behold the entity in Egypt.[11] (2) A deep and spiritual relationship maintained through faith and worship.[12] (3) The intimate and spiritual relationship between a believer and God, fostered through practices like virginity.[13] (4) A state of spiritual connection and relationship with God, characterized by receiving life, light, and the benefits He offers to those who love Him.[14] (5) The deep, personal relationship and connection shared between humanity and the divine.[15]

Early Christianity (also known as Early Church) refers to the period starting roughly in the 6th century BC up until 325 A.D. during which year the first council of Nicaea was convened. Popular literature includes the writings by the early Church Fathers which forms the basis of later Christian theology.

Significance in Protestantism (Christian movement emphasizing faith and scripture):
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From: The Existence and Attributes of God

(1) This refers to the ability to have a relationship with God, which a brute is incapable of due to its nature.[16] (2) The intimate fellowship and shared life believers have with God, characterized by mutual exchange of love and commitment.[17] (3) The interaction and fellowship between individuals� spirits and God’s Spirit, highlighting the necessity of spiritual alignment for true connection.[18] (4) The relationship and connection between God and a creature, which requires righteousness to exist.[19] (5) The deep, personal interaction and fellowship that a believer seeks in worship, representing spiritual union with the divine.[20]

Protestantism (or simply the protestant church) is a major branch of Christianity originating from the Reformation in the 16th century, led by figures like Martin Luther. It emphasizes salvation by faith alone and the Bible as the ultimate authority. Variants of Protestantism include Lutheranism, Calvinism, Anglicanism, Methodism and Presbyterianism, each with unique practices but generally united by these core principles.

Significance in Global Christian community:
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From: Summa Theologica (English translation)

(1) The deep spiritual connection and union Christ maintained with the Divine.[21]

The Catholic Church is a global Christian community with over a billion members, rooted in the teachings of Jesus Christ. It is led by the Pope and emphasizes the sacraments, particularly the Eucharist. Catholicism is a denomination centered on the teachings thereof. It has a rich theological and cultural heritage.

Plural form: Communion with gods.