annihilationism Definition
the belief that the wicked will not be punished in an everlasting hell but will instead be annihilated after death.
Using annihilationism: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "annihilationism" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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Annihilationism is a controversial doctrine within some Christian denominations.
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Some people find annihilationism more appealing than the traditional view of eternal punishment.
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Annihilationism is often contrasted with the belief in eternal conscious torment.
Origins of annihilationism
from 'annihilate' + '-ism'
Summary: annihilationism in Brief
'Annihilationism' [uh-nahy-uh-ley-shuh-niz-uhm] is a theological belief that the wicked will not suffer eternal punishment in hell, but will instead be destroyed after death. It is a controversial doctrine within some Christian denominations and is often contrasted with the traditional view of eternal conscious torment.
