Unveiling the Holy Trinity

The doctrine of the Holy Trinity has long been central to Christian theology, prompting substantial debate and evolving interpretations over the centuries. Early theologians were instrumental in shaping the understanding of the Trinity, emphasizing both the unity and distinctiveness of its divine persons. This article delves into the theological progression of the Trinity, tracing its doctrinal evolution across various church councils. It also explores how early Christian art, particularly sarcophagi reliquaries from Syria adorned with concentric circles, crosses, and other symbols, visually communicated the Trinitarian principles of unity and distinctiveness.

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Peristil
Published
2025-08-25
DOI
https://doi.org/10.17685/peristil.67.3
Primary Topic
Historical and Architectural Studies
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Unveiling the Holy Trinity

Dana Khouli
Peristil
Historical and Architectural Studies
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Unveiling the Holy Trinity

Dana Khouli
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Abstract

The doctrine of the Holy Trinity has long been central to Christian theology, prompting substantial debate and evolving interpretations over the centuries. Early theologians were instrumental in shaping the understanding of the Trinity, emphasizing both the unity and distinctiveness of its divine persons. This article delves into the theological progression of the Trinity, tracing its doctrinal evolution across various church councils. It also explores how early Christian art, particularly sarcophagi reliquaries from Syria adorned with concentric circles, crosses, and other symbols, visually communicated the Trinitarian principles of unity and distinctiveness.

PeristilVol. 67(1)
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Historical and Architectural Studies
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