Christian

Follower of Christianity.

Christian

A follower of Christianity, a monotheistic religion based on the teachings of Jesus Christ. Christians believe in the Trinity—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—and follow the New Testament as sacred scripture.

Pronunciation

/ˈkrɪstʃən/

Etymology

From Old English cristen, derived from Crist, the name of Jesus Christ.

Explain Like I’m 5

A Christian is someone who believes in Jesus Christ and follows the teachings of Christianity, which includes loving others and trying to live a good life.

Fun Facts

Christianity is one of the world's largest religions
The Bible, a collection of sacred texts, guides Christian beliefs and practices
Christmas is a major holiday celebrating the birth of Jesus

FAQ

What is Christianity? It's a religion based on the teachings of Jesus Christ
Who founded Christianity? Jesus Christ is considered the founder
What do Christians believe? Christians believe Jesus is the Son of God and was resurrected

Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms

Christianity Believer

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

Religion

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

Catholic Protestant Orthodox

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

Christianity

Indexes

monotheistic religious leader

Built by Tim Jones