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Noun patristics has 2 senses
  1. patristics, patrology - the writings of the early Church Fathers
    --1 is a kind of writing
  2. patristics, patrology - the study of the lives, writings, and doctrines of the Church Fathers
    --2 is a kind of Christian theology

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Patristics

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Patristics refers to the study of the writings, teachings, and lives of the early Christian theologians known as the Church Fathers or the Fathers of the Church. It involves the examination of their theological, philosophical, and exegetical contributions, as well as their impact on the development of Christian doctrine and thought.

Sample Sentences:

  1. As a theological student, I found the field of patristics fascinating, especially when delving into the works of Augustine.
  2. Many scholars consider the period of patristics crucial in shaping the foundations of Christianity.
  3. The study of patristics provides valuable insights into the early Christian community and their beliefs.

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