Nazarene - Meaning, Definition & English Examples
Nazarene refers to someone from Nazareth, a town in ancient Galilee. It is most commonly used to describe Jesus Christ, who was known as Jesus of Nazareth or Jesus the Nazarene.
Definition:
A person from Nazareth or a follower of Jesus Christ, often associated with Christianity.
Synonyms:
Christian, disciple, follower, believer
Part of Speech:
noun, adjective
Antonyms:
atheist, pagan
Common Collocations:
Nazarene church, Nazarene faith, Nazarene tradition
Derivatives:
Nazarenism, Nazarenian
Usage Tips:
Use "Nazarene" to refer to Jesus or his followers; it’s often capitalized in religious contexts.
Common Phrases:
Jesus the Nazarene, the Nazarene sect, the way of the Nazarene
Etymology:
Derived from "Nazareth," Jesus' hometown; Greek "Nazōraios" and Latin "Nazarenus."
Examples:
- 1. The Nazarene preached love and forgiveness to his followers.
- 2. Many churches celebrate the teachings of the Nazarene.
- 3. She studied the history of the early Nazarene community.
- 4. The artist painted a portrait of Jesus the Nazarene.