simonianism Definition
- 1a system of thought or doctrine attributed to Simon Magus, a Samaritan sorcerer and magician who was converted by Philip the Evangelist and baptized by John the Baptist, and who is mentioned in the New Testament book of Acts
- 2a heretical sect that followed the teachings of Simon Magus
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Summary: simonianism in Brief
Simonianism [sɪˈməʊnɪənɪz(ə)m] refers to a system of thought or doctrine attributed to Simon Magus, a Samaritan sorcerer and magician who was converted by Philip the Evangelist and baptized by John the Baptist, and who is mentioned in the New Testament book of Acts. It also refers to a heretical sect that followed the teachings of Simon Magus.
