
Terminology for Christianity
- In the West, we call the religion founded by the Christ (i.e.,
Jesus) Christianity. For example, "Christianity is the largest religion of the
northern hemisphere."
- Christian is the term used to designate followers of
Christianity. For example, "Christians believe Jesus was the Son of God."
- Christian also functions as an adjective. For instance,
"The christian belief in the Holy Spirit as the inspirer of the early Church is
clear."