How Do You Spell SABELLIANISM?

Pronunciation: [sˈe͡ɪbə͡lˌi͡ənɪzəm] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "Sabellianism" comes from the theological doctrine of Sabellianism, which asserts that the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit are not distinct persons, but rather three manifestations of the same divine being. The word is spelled /səˈbɛliənɪzəm/ in IPA phonetic transcription, with the stress on the second syllable. The "a" in the first syllable is pronounced as a schwa, while the "e" in the second syllable is pronounced as a short "e" sound. The final syllable is pronounced with an unstressed "i" and "z" sound.

SABELLIANISM Meaning and Definition

1. Sabellianism, also known as modalism or Sabellian modalism, is a theological doctrine that emerged in the third century within the Christian Church. This doctrine asserts that there is only one God who reveals Himself in three different modes or manifestations, rather than three distinct persons as defined in the orthodox Christian doctrine of the Trinity.

   According to Sabellianism, God exists as one divine being who is capable of functioning as the Father, the Son (Jesus Christ), and the Holy Spirit, depending on the revelation or particular interaction with humanity. This perspective emphasizes the unity of God and downplays the distinctiveness of the three persons of the Trinity.

   However, Sabellianism has been considered a heresy by mainstream Christianity, as it conflicts with the traditional understanding of the three co-eternal and co-equal persons within the Trinity. Orthodox Christian teaching holds that the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit are each fully God but distinct in their personhood.

   Sabellianism's name derives from Sabellius, a theologian who developed and popularized this doctrine. It gained followers and sparked debates throughout the Roman Empire in the third century, eventually leading to its condemnation and rejection as heretical at the Council of Nicaea in 325 AD.

   While Sabellianism faded as a distinct movement within Christianity, the debate over the nature of the Trinity and the relationship between its persons continues to be a subject of theological discussion and exploration.

2. The tenets of Sabellius.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Etymology of SABELLIANISM

The word "Sabellianism" is derived from the term "Sabellian", which refers to a theological position known as Sabellian modalism or Sabellianism. The term itself originates from the Latin word "Sabellicus" or "Sabellius", which was the name of an influential theologian in the 3rd century AD. Sabellius espoused a form of modalistic monarchianism, a theological doctrine that emphasized the oneness of God and the belief that God exists in only one form or mode at a time. Sabellianism became associated with his teachings, and hence, the term "Sabellianism" is used to describe this theological position.

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