Christian Person

A Christian Person is an religious adherent of Christianity religion.

• Context:
  • They can (often) perform Prayer, Bible Study, and participate in Christian community activities.
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• Example(s):
  • a Traditional Christian, such as:
    • a Catholic Christian, who adheres to the practices and doctrines of the Roman Catholic Church, including the sacramental system and allegiance to the Pope.
      • a Franciscan Catholic, who follows the teachings and spiritual disciplines of Saint Francis of Assisi, emphasizing poverty, humility, and care for the environment.
      • a Jesuit Catholic, a member of the Society of Jesus, known for their educational, missionary, and charitable works, as well as a deep commitment to the promotion of justice.
      • a Dominican Catholic, who belongs to the Order of Preachers, focused on scholarship, preaching, and teaching the truths of the Christian faith.
    • an Orthodox Christian, who belongs to the Eastern Orthodox Church, emphasizing apostolic tradition, the sacraments, and the authority of church councils.
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  • a Reformation-based Christian, such as:
    • a Protestant Christian, of a Protestant Christian Faith, emphasizing the authority of the Bible, salvation by faith alone, and the priesthood of all believers.
    • a Lutheran Christian, of a Lutheran Christian Faith, following the teachings of Martin Luther with an emphasis on justification by faith alone and the authority of scripture.
    • a Anglican Christian, of an Anglican Christian Faith, part of the Anglican Communion, known for blending Catholic and Protestant theological elements along with its episcopal polity.
    • a Methodist Christian, of a Methodist Christian Faith, adhering to Wesleyan theology and the Methodist church's emphasis on sanctification and the transformative effect of faith on the believer's character.
    • a Anabaptist Christian (such as a Mennonite Christian), of an Anabaptist Christian Faith, prioritizing adult baptism, pacifism, and a community-centric approach to faith.
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    • Martin Luther (1483–1546): A German monk, theologian, and the seminal figure of the Protestant Reformation, Luther's 95 Theses sparked the Reformation, challenging the practices of the Roman Catholic Church and laying the groundwork for the Lutheran tradition.
    • John Wesley (1703–1791): An English cleric, theologian, and evangelist who was a leader of a revival movement within the Church of England known as Methodism. His work and preaching emphasized salvation by faith, the importance of scripture, and personal holiness.
    • Ulrich Zwingli (1484–1531): A leader of the Reformation in Switzerland, Zwingli was a contemporary of Martin Luther and independently arrived at similar reformist views. He played a crucial role in the development of the Reformed traditions.
    • Menno Simons (1496–1561): A former Roman Catholic priest from the Netherlands who became a key Anabaptist leader. The Mennonite tradition is named after him, reflecting his significant influence on this Reformation-based movement.
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  • an Evangelical Christian, such as:
    • a Baptist Christian, who practices believer’s baptism and follows congregational church governance, emphasizing the autonomy of the local church.
    • a Pentecostal Christian, who is part of the Pentecostal movement, known for its emphasis on the gifts of the Holy Spirit, speaking in tongues, healing, and prophecy.
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  • a Mennonite, who follows the teachings and practices of the Anabaptist movement, emphasizing adult baptism, pacifism, simple living, and community engagement.
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• Counter-Example(s):
  • a Muslim, who adheres to Islam.
  • a Jewish Person, who follows Judaism.
  • a Hindu, who practices Hinduism.
• See: Jesus Christ, Bible, Christian Church, Christian Theology, History of Christianity, Christian Worship.

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References

2023

• (Wikipedia, 2023) ⇒ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christianity Retrieved:2023-10-12.
  • Christians are people who adhere to Christianity, a monotheistic religion centered on the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. Christianity teaches that Jesus is the Son of God, who came to earth to offer salvation to humanity through his death and resurrection. The Bible, especially the New Testament, is the primary sacred text of Christianity. With over 2.3 billion adherents, Christians form the world's largest religion. They are broadly divided into Catholic, Protestant, and Orthodox traditions, each with its own beliefs and practices. Christians participate in religious rituals such as baptism and communion, and many attend weekly church services to worship through prayer, hymn singing, and receiving teachings based on the Bible.