Gnosticism is an ancient religious movement that emerged in the early centuries of the Christian era, characterized by a dualistic worldview that separates the material and spiritual realms. Gnostics believed that salvation came through secret knowledge (gnosis)...

Gloria Patri, also known as the Doxology or Glory Be, is a short hymn of praise to the Holy Trinity. The phrase "Gloria Patri" means "Glory to the Father" in Latin, and it is one of the most ancient and widely used doxologies in Christian liturgy. This hymn expresses...

The Filioque Clause refers to a phrase added to the Nicene Creed in the Western Church, stating that the Holy Spirit proceeds from the Father "and the Son" (Filioque in Latin). This addition became a major theological and ecclesiastical controversy, contributing to...

Exorcism is a practice within Christianity that involves the casting out of demons or evil spirits from a person, place, or object believed to be possessed or influenced by such entities. Rooted in biblical tradition and carried forward through the history of the...

Exegesis is the process of interpreting and understanding the meaning of a text, particularly sacred Scripture, by drawing out its intended message as understood in its original context. In Christian theology, exegesis is a critical discipline, aiming to uncover the...

Evangelical Counsels refer to the three vows or commitments traditionally embraced by individuals who choose to live a life of consecrated service to God, particularly in monastic or religious orders. These counsels are poverty, chastity, and obedience. They are...

The Eucharist is one of the central sacraments of Christian worship, also known as Holy Communion, the Lord's Supper, or the Blessed Sacrament. It commemorates the Last Supper of Jesus Christ with His disciples, where He instituted the practice of sharing bread and...

Esoteric Christianity refers to a branch of Christian thought that seeks to explore the mystical, hidden, or inner meanings of Christian teachings and scriptures. It is often associated with practices and beliefs that go beyond the exoteric or public teachings of the...

Efficacious Grace is a theological concept primarily associated with the Reformed tradition, particularly within Calvinism. It refers to the grace of God that effectively accomplishes its purpose in the salvation of sinners. Unlike general or common grace, which can...

The term "ecclesial community" is often used within Christian theology to describe groups of Christians who gather together for worship, fellowship, and the practice of their faith but are not formally recognized as "churches" in the traditional, theological sense by...

Dogmatics is a branch of theology that involves the systematic and detailed study of Christian doctrines, often presented as the official teachings or dogmas of a particular church or denomination. Dogmatics seeks to articulate, defend, and develop a coherent...

The Divine Office, also known as the Liturgy of the Hours or Opus Dei (Work of God), is a series of prayers, psalms, and readings chanted or recited at specific times of the day by clergy, religious orders, and devout laypeople within the Christian tradition. This...