Dictionary of Theological Terms
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This gives brief definitions of some words used in theology.
18. Incarnation
Incarnation – The Son of God became a human. This word comes from carn-, the Latin word for “flesh.” John 1:14 tells us that the Word of God became flesh and lived among us. He didn’t just pretend to be a human – he became a real human, even while he continued to be God the Son. Jesus is the Incarnate Son.