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The concept of Character in Christianity

In Christianity, "Character" encompasses multiple meanings. It represents the moral qualities and strengths developed through personal convictions, as well as the distinctive traits that define an individual. In Catholicism, it specifically refers to the spiritual mark received through sacraments, indicating a person’s role in the Church, particularly during Baptism, which imparts the character of Christ. Additionally, Early Christianity highlights how the character of different schools reflects the influences of their masters, showcasing the varied interpretations of this term.1
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Synonyms: Figure, Role, Personality, Trait, Nature, Disposition, Quality, Emblem, Symbol, Temperament, Identity, Attribute, Integrity, Reputation, Symbol.

In Finnish: Merkki; In Spanish: Personaje; In German: Charakter; In Malay: Perwatakan; In Swedish: °­²¹°ù²¹°ì³Ùä°ù

The below excerpts are indicatory and do represent direct quotations or translations. It is your responsibility to fact check each reference.

Christian concept of 'Character'

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Significance in Global Christian community:
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From: Summa Theologica (English translation)

(1) This is imprinted at the very giving of the chalice under the prescribed form of words, and is not imprinted in the priestly Order at the mere imposition of hands and anointing.[1] (2) This is produced in the soul by the sacraments, and is a distinctive sign, like a sealing, which is related to spiritual service and the worship of God.[2] (3) This is a term used in the context of Baptism, where a person receives the character of Christ, which is a spiritual mark, and it has an effect, grace.[3] (4) The spiritual mark or grace received through a sacrament that signifies the recipient's status and role in the Church.[4]

The Catholic Church is a global Christian community with over a billion members, rooted in the teachings of Jesus Christ. It is led by the Pope and emphasizes the sacraments, particularly the Eucharist. Catholicism is a denomination centered on the teachings thereof. It has a rich theological and cultural heritage.

Significance in Christianity (general):

From: Expositions of Holy Scripture

(1) This term refers to the qualities and traits that define a person, including their moral and ethical values, emphasizing the importance of recognizing the complexity of others.[5] (2) The moral qualities and strengths a person develops by adhering to their convictions.[6]

From: A Cyclopedia of Biblical literature

(1) The character is the character of the miracle, which the peculiarities of the place must have had a tendency to disguise.[7]

Significance in Early Christian church and writers:
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From: Ante-nicene Fathers

(1) The various schools reflect the character of their masters, as they received their impressions from different influences.[8]

Early Christianity (also known as Early Church) refers to the period starting roughly in the 6th century BC up until 325 A.D. during which year the first council of Nicaea was convened. Popular literature includes the writings by the early Church Fathers which forms the basis of later Christian theology.

Plural form: Characters.