Redirected from χρηϲτιανοϲ, replacing lunate sigma Ϲϲ with normal sigma Σσ/ς.
ΧΡΗΣΤΙΑΝΟΣ, χρηστιανος
CHRĒSTIANOS, chrēstianos
Sounds Like: khray-stee-AH-nos
Translations: Christian, a Christian
From the root: ΧΡΗΣΤΙΑΝΟΣ
Part of Speech: Noun
Explanation: This word refers to a follower of Christ. It was originally a derogatory term used by outsiders to describe the disciples of Jesus, first coined in Antioch (Acts 11:26). Over time, it became an accepted and honorable designation for believers. It is derived from 'Christos' (ΧΡΙΣΤΟΣ), meaning 'Anointed One' or 'Messiah'.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine
Strong’s number: G5546 (Lookup on BibleHub)
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