abrahamitic
|a-bra-ha-mit-ic|
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/ˌeɪbrəˈhæmɪtɪk/
Relating to Abrahamic religions
Etymology
Etymology Information
'abrahamitic' originates from the name 'Abraham', a key figure in the religious texts of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.
Historical Evolution
'Abraham' transformed into the adjective 'abrahamitic' to describe things related to the Abrahamic religions.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred specifically to the lineage of Abraham, but over time it evolved to encompass the broader religious traditions associated with him.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to the religions that trace their origin to the patriarch Abraham, namely Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.
The abrahamitic faiths share many common beliefs and traditions.
Synonyms
Abrahamic
Last updated: 2025/04/05 15:06