Patristic
Pronunciation: /pəˈtrɪstɪk/
Patristic (adj)
- Relating to the writings and teachings of early Christian leaders after the first apostles.
- Used for studies that explain ideas from early Christian thinkers and their influence on later belief.
Patristic (adjective)
Examples
- The library holds patristic writings from the early church.
- Patristic texts explain beliefs from the early church period.