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H

Henotheism

Belief in the existence of many gods, but offering special dedication on one primary god

Hippolytus

Theologian from Rome (c 170 – c 236 A.D.). Wrote Against the Heresy of One Noetus, in which he defended the Scriptures as our final authority in doctrine.

Hypostasis

Means "person." The term was used in the early centuries after Christ to express the doctrine that the divine nature and the human nature of Christ are united in one "person."

Hypostatic union

Phrase used in early theology to express the doctrine that the divine and human natures of Christ are united in one person

I

Illumination

A divine gift of knowledge or understanding that is primarily cognitive. It refers to the work of the Holy Spirit as he helps people understand God's revelation.

Incommunicable

Term used to describe attributes of God that can NOT be communicated to man, such as His omnipotence, omniscience, omnipresence, and eternality

Inward Leading

A divine gift of knowledge or understanding that is primarily emotive or intuitive. It refers to one way the Holy Spirit guides people.

Islam

Religion that teaches that Jesus was a true prophet of God, but that He was not crucified or resurrected

K

Kurios

Greek word (English transliteration) for ruler, master, Sir

M

Monotheism

Belief in one true God


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