Dyophysitism in Christian Theology

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What is the definition of Dyophysitism?

Dyophysitism is the Christological position that two natures, divine and human, co-exist in the unique person of Jesus Christ.

Who believed in the complete unity of the two natures in Jesus Christ?

Dyophysite Christians believed in the complete unity of the two natures in Jesus Christ.

What was the center of Jesus's unity for the Chalcedonians?

The hypostatic union was the center of Jesus's unity for the Chalcedonians.

What did the miaphysites believe about the nature of Christ?

<p>The miaphysites upheld the idea of one nature in Christ.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of Cyril of Alexandria's Twelve Anathemas do the miaphysites base their belief on?

<p>The miaphysites base their belief on number 4, which states 'If anyone shall divide between two persons or subsistences those expressions which are contained in the Evangelical and Apostolical writings.'</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of Hayagriva in Hindu mythology?

<p>Hayagriva is the horse-headed avatar of Vishnu and is worshipped as the god of knowledge and wisdom.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Hayagriva's iconography represent?

<p>The iconography of Hayagriva represents the triumph of pure knowledge guided by Divinity over the forces of passion and darkness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe the physical appearance of Hayagriva.

<p>Hayagriva has a human body and a horse's head. He is brilliant white in color, wears white garments, and is seated on a white lotus.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the four hands of Hayagriva depicted holding?

<p>Hayagriva's four hands hold a book of wisdom, a Conch, a Discus, and one hand is in the mode of bestowing knowledge.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the symbolism behind Hayagriva's story?

<p>The story of Hayagriva symbolizes the triumph of pure knowledge guided by Divinity over the demonic forces of passion and darkness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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