Messianic
(adjective)
- Relating to a savior or deliverer, especially in Jewish or Christian belief.
- Relating to the belief that Jesus is the Messiah.
Origin:
Early 18th century: from french messianique, from german messianisch, from hebrew māshīaħ (see messiah).
Examples:
- The messianic belief that a savior will come to deliver humanity from evil is a common theme in many religions.
- The group was made up of messianic Jews who believed that Jesus was the promised Messiah.
- They were looking for a messianic figure who would lead them to victory.
- He had messianic delusions, believing that he was chosen by God to save the world.
- The messianic movements that emerged in the first century AD were seen as a threat by the Roman authorities.