consubstantial
/ˌkɑnsəbˈstænʃəl/
adjective
- Having the same substance, essence, or nature, especially used in Christian theology to describe the relationship between the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
- Theologians debated whether the Son was consubstantial with the Father or merely similar.
- The Nicene Creed states that Jesus is consubstantial with the Father.
- In early church councils, the term 'consubstantial' was crucial for defining the Trinity.
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