Christ

Christ is the English representation of the Greek word ??????? (transliterated as Khristós), which means anointed. In the Christian religion it is a title given to Jesus of Nazareth, in which case "Christ" is capitalized, as a singularly descriptive title (The anointed). In English translations of the New Testament, the Greek ?????? ???????, and related phrases, are almost invariably translated Jesus Christ and Christ Jesus, leading the uninformed to mistake this title for the last name of Jesus of Nazareth. The part of Christian theology which focuses on the identity, life, teachings and works of Jesus, is known as Christology.

Slang usage

The interjection "Christ!" is often used as a sign of surprise or anger, without a direct religious reference - that is, as a swear word. Many religious people find this usage offensive, as they feel it cheapens a holy term and violates the Commandment against taking God's name in vain.

Related Topics:
Interjection - Swear word - Commandment

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"Christ" is also the name of a British humour fanzine.http://www.spellingmistakescostlives.com/christ/

Related Topics:
Humour - Fanzine

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