The Modalism Heresy: its Origins and Impact
Words: 653 1601Modalism, also termed Sabellianism after its advocate Sabellius, emerges as a theological tenet birthed in the nascent Christian ecclesia and subsequently deemed heterodox. It posits a challenge to the orthodox conception of the Trinity by asserting the singularity of God, who purportedly manifests in three distinct modalities rather than existing as three discrete persons within a singular divine essence. This interpretation of the Godhead incited fervent contention and, ultimately, found repudiation within mainstream Christian theological discourse due to its implications […]