Christianism

noun

Chris·​tian·​ism ˈkris-chə-ˌni-zəm How to pronounce Christianism (audio)
ˈkrish-
plural -s
: the religious system, tenets, or practices of Christians
Christianist noun
plural Christianists
But it is mistaken to think that even all Christianists feel the need for a nation under Christian law. For many, it is good enough to live in a state that prohibits behaviors at fundamental odds with their faith. James G. Poulos, American Spectator, 26 June 2006

Word History

Etymology

Middle French christianisme, from Late Latin christianismus, from Greek christianismos, from christianos Christian + -ismos -ism

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“Christianism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Christianism. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.

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