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APOLOGETICS

\ɐpˌɒləd͡ʒˈɛtɪks], \ɐpˌɒləd‍ʒˈɛtɪks], \ɐ_p_ˌɒ_l_ə_dʒ_ˈɛ_t_ɪ_k_s]\

Definitions of APOLOGETICS

1899 - The american dictionary of the english language.
1914 - Nuttall's Standard dictionary of the English language
1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language

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Branch of theology concerned with the defence of Christianity.

1899 - The american dictionary of the english language.
By Daniel Lyons

That branch of theology which seeks to vindicate the claims of the Christian religion, or show reason why it must be accepted as of divine authority.

1914 - Nuttall's Standard dictionary of the English language
By Nuttall, P.Austin.

That branch of theology which defends the Scriptures, and sets forth the evidence of their Divine authority.

1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language
By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H.

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