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Ecclesia

Greek term for assembly, people of God, church.

Elijah

Old Testament prophet who appeared along with Moses at the transfiguration of Jesus.

Eschatology

Theological term for the study of the "last things."

Euangelion

Greek word (transliteration) for "gospel." Literally means "good news."

Eusebius

Early Christian historian (263-340). Wrote Ecclesiastical History, in which he quotes Origen's comments about the four gospels, as well as comments from other writers.