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marcionite in a sentence

n.

Definition

MARCIONITE refers to a member of a Christian sect founded by Marcion in the 2nd century, characterized by the rejection of the Old Testament and the belief in a distinct, benevolent God separate from the creator God depicted in Jewish scripture.

Sample Sentences

  1. The Marcionite sect was known for its rejection of the Old Testament.
  2. Many early Christians debated the teachings of the Marcionite movement.
  3. The Marcionite interpretation of scripture emphasized a dualistic view of God.
  4. Scholars studying Gnosticism often explore the influence of Marcionite beliefs.
  5. Marcionite communities were particularly active in the second century.

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