adj. (in botany) pertaining to or named after Origen, a 3rd-century Alexandrian Christian theologian, philosopher, and early Christian scholar. as in strong fondness

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Example:The Origenian theology emphasizes the preexistence of souls and the potential for ultimate deification.

Definition:A branch of Christian theological thought that follows the teachings of Origen.

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Example:Many scholars are interested in studying the Origenian doctrine of the soul's preexisting state.

Definition:A set of beliefs or teachings derived from the writings and ideas of Origen.

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Example:He is a renowned Origenian scholar, having published numerous books on Origen's contributions to early Christian philosophy.

Definition:A scholar specializing in or studying the works of Origen.

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