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English word origin

Etymology of Logos

From logos.

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Unnumbered source etymology

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In Ancient Greek philosophy, the rational principle that governs the cosmos. · The Word of God, which itself has creative power; a hypostasis associated with divine wisdom. · The Word of God as incarnate in Jesus Christ, or as identified with the second person of the Trinity; Jesus; God the Son; Word of God.

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From logos.

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