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A-Z: General definitions: Conversion
Definition
1.To change from one faith or belief system to another; or from no faith to a faith. 2. Used in Christianity to describe the process of change in an individual who repents (turns from sin) and has faith in (turns towards) Jesus Christ. 3. Also used of entry into the monastic life.
Translation
Latin: Convertere, 'to turn around, transform'.Related Topics
Big ideas: Penitence, repentance, penance; Forgiveness, mercy and grace; Redemption, salvation
Belief and trust in someone or something.
The beliefs, doctrines and practices of Christians.
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.
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