nestorius

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Noun nestorius has 1 sense

Nestorius - Syrian who was a Christian bishop and Patriarch of Constantinople in the early fifth century; one of the major heresies concerning the doctrine of Christ was named after him (died in 451)
--₁ is a kind of Patriarch

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Nestorius

Definition:

Nestorius refers to a 5th-century Christian theologian and Patriarch of Constantinople known for his controversial views on the nature of Christ and the Virgin Mary.

Part of Speech:

Noun

Senses:

Ancient theologian
Christian patriarch

Usages:

Historical context
Religious studies

Sample Sentences:

1. Many scholars study the works of Nestorius to understand the early Christian controversies.

2. As Patriarch of Constantinople, Nestorius faced significant opposition for his theological ideas.

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