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valentinian in a sentence

n.

Definition

Valentinian refers to a member of a Gnostic sect in early Christianity, founded by Valentinus, which emphasized personal spiritual experience and had distinctive interpretations of Christian teachings.

Sample Sentences

  1. The Valentinian philosophy emphasized the importance of personal spiritual experience over institutional doctrine.
  2. In the fourth century, the Valentinian sect gained a following for its unique interpretations of Christian texts.
  3. Scholars often debate the influence of Valentinian teachings on early Gnostic thought.
  4. The Valentinian view of the material world was starkly dualistic, seeing it as a flawed creation.
  5. Many modern theologians study Valentinian writings to better understand the diversity of early Christianity.

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