pelagius

• Имя собственное, относящееся к британскому или ирландскому монаху, который отрицал доктрины первородного греха и предопределения, защищая человеческую доброту и свободу воли; его взгляды были объявлены еретическими на Эфесском соборе в 431 году.

A proper noun referring to a British or Irish monk who denied the doctrines of original sin and predestination, defending human goodness and free will; his views were declared heretical by the Council of Ephesus in 431.

uncountable · proper noun

1. Historical religious figureC2formal

   A British or Irish monk (circa 360-418) who argued against the doctrines of original sin and predestination, emphasizing human free will and moral responsibility. His teachings were condemned as heresy at the Council of Ephesus in 431.

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   • Pelagius was a prominent theologian in the early 5th century.
   • The writings of Pelagius sparked a major controversy in the Christian church.
   • Augustine of Hippo was a fierce opponent of Pelagius.