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Definition
A Christian doctrine which regards God as one being but having three manifestations: God the Father, Creator of all things; God the Son, in the person of Jesus Christ; and God the Holy Spirit, the power of God working within the lives of Christians.
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Big ideas: Trinity, Holy Spirit
Name originally given to disciples of Jesus by outsiders and gradually adopted by the Early Church.
The teaching on the beliefs of a religion, usually taught by theologians or teachers appointed by their church.
The Bible describes God as the unique supreme being, creator and ruler of the universe.
God, the first person of the Trinity is often portrayed as God the Father.
Literally, one who makes.
The name given to the man believed by Christians to be the Son of God. Also given the title Christ, meaning 'anointed one' or Messiah. His life is recorded most fully in the Four Gospels.
Title (eventually used as name) given to Jesus, refering to an anointed person set apart for a special task such as a king.
The third person of the Trinity (God in three persons). Came upon the disciples at Pentecost after Jesus had ascended in to heaven.