17. Christos



Did you know? 🤔 The title "Christ" comes from the Greek word "Christos," meaning "the anointed one." This Greek term is a translation of the Hebrew word "Messiah." In ancient times, kings and priests were anointed with oil to signify their divine appointment. For early Christians, this title symbolized their belief that Jesus was the promised Messiah, chosen by God for a special purpose.

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