| 释义 |
restoˈrationism
[f. prec. + -ism.]
The doctrine that all men will ultimately be restored to a state of happiness in the future life.
1834Dean in B. B. Edwards' Encycl. Relig. Knowl. (1851) 1019 The Independent Messenger..is devoted to the cause of Restorationism. 1879J. Cook Marriage 98 There is very little difference between Universalism and Restorationism. 1896Tablet Mar. 408 Restorationism is difficult to harmonize with the Bible.
Add:2. A House Church movement which seeks to restore the beliefs and practices of the early Christian church; the doctrine and principles of this movement.
1985A. Walker Restoring Kingdom i. 22 The term ‘Restorationism’ denotes a qualitative understanding of (so members believe) the work of the Holy Spirit. 1985Church Times 27 Dec. 7/1 Mr. Walker sees the emergence of Restorationism as one of the most significant and hopeful events of recent times. |