The concept of Divine Being in Christianity
Synonyms: Deity, God, Supreme being, Creator, Almighty, Celestial being, Divine entity, Higher power, Transcendent being, Eternal spirit, Lord, Divine spirit, Godhead, Providence, Divinity
In Dutch: Goddelijk Wezen; In Finnish: Jumalallinen Olento; In Spanish: Ser divino; In German: Göttliches Wesen; In Swedish: Gudomlig Varelse; In Malay: Makhluk Ilahi; In French: Être divin
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Christian concept of 'Divine Being'
From: Ante-nicene Fathers
(1) The concept of the Divine Being is explored in the context of the Incarnation, and it suggests that God's actions are not inherently degrading, but rather, worthy of God because they lead to the salvation of humanity.[1] (2) This is the term used to describe the attributes that Christians assign to God, and the text suggests that they have a clear understanding of God's nature and characteristics.[2] (3) The entity that is not seen by people, but can be perceived through the workings and occurrences of the world around them.[3] (4) The divine Being refers to the essence or nature of God, the ultimate source of existence, and the object of worship, as discussed in the provided text.[4] (5) This is a reference to the nature of God, whose goodness might be inaugurated in the world under his imperial sway, which is under consideration in the text.[5]
From: Gospel of Thomas Commentary
(1) Entities that are considered holy or god-like; the text discusses their presence in relation to numbers of individuals.[6]
From: A Dictionary of the Bible (Hastings)
(1) This term describes a deity or a god, and it is related to the appearance or manifestation of such a being at a given spot.[7] (2) Belief in this at once makes revelation possible, and a bare theism has never been a permanent standing-ground, for men either have receded from it or have gone forward in the direction of the Christian revelation.[8] (3) The co-ordinated person is really believed to belong to the properly Divine being, as stated in the text concerning the co-ordination of Jesus Christ with God.[9] (4) The inherent divine nature of Christ, emphasizing His unique status as God incarnate.[10] (5) Supernatural entities worshipped by ancient peoples, often associated with specific natural features like mountains, and thought to interact with humans during religious practices.[11]
From: Expositions of Holy Scripture
(1) This phrase refers to the God, emphasizing the divine entity's communication with Noah, and the establishment of the covenant with him, and with all creatures.[12] (2) The common ground recognized by both Pharaoh and Joseph, indicating a belief in God's involvement in their lives.[13]
From: Bible cyclopedia, critical and expository
(1) This is the term used to describe the one who is the Creator and Sustainer of the universe.[14] (2) A term used to describe a god or a supernatural entity that is considered to be the creator and ruler of the universe, often worshipped and revered by people.[15]
From: A Cyclopedia of Biblical literature
(1) A reference to God in the context of scriptures that discusses the historical movements and origins of the Philistines from Caphtor.[16]
From: Summa Theologica (English translation)
(1) This phrase refers to God or a deity, the subject of discussion concerning its nature and attributes.[17] (2) The nature of God characterized by permanence and non-successiveness, which contrasts with the temporary and contingent nature of created beings.[18] (3) Specifically refers to God’s nature as fundamentally different and distinct from other beings.[19] (4) A term referring to the nature or essence of God, emphasizing that there is only one Divine being in Christ.[20] (5) Refers to the existence of God, representing His goodness and the foundation of all creation.[21]
From: Works of St. Anselm
(1) The only entity that could effect the redemption of man, and whose service constitutes the highest dignity.[22] (2) The nature of God as it pertains to belief and understanding.[23]
From: The Works of Dionysius the Areopagite
(1) The Divine being is the ultimate goal, from which other nations fell away from the direct leading, and the Hebrews also suffered from self-conceit and self-will.[24] (2) This is the entity that the Law, as the Word of God affirms, leads people to, and to which the first are brought, as well as where the more divine are conductors of the less, to illumination, access and participation.[25] (3) The Christ Jesus is made like unto us by the all-perfect and unconfused incarnation in our race, from us, and advancing to the divided condition of ourselves, without change from the essential One.[26] (4) The Divine Being is seated above every visible and invisible power, as the source of all things, as described in the text, which emphasizes the pre-eminence of the Divine Being.[27] (5) The ultimate and supreme presence in the hierarchy of celestial entities, often associated with God.[28]
From: The Existence and Attributes of God
(1) This refers to a supernatural entity, often considered to be the source of all creation, power, and moral authority.[29] (2) Refers to God as the ultimate, perfect entity with complete knowledge and understanding.[30]
From: The Second Helvetic Confession
(1) The originator of marriage, and it is seen as a remedy for lack of self-control, which was blessed abundantly, and intended for a man and woman to remain together in unity, love, and harmony.[31]
Gnostic concept of 'Divine Being'
From: Fragments of a Faith Forgotten
(1) A concept representing the supreme spiritual essence containing all elements and their correspondences.[32]