Term
hypostasis
Also known as Substantia
A Greek term meaning 'something standing under,' used interchangeably with the Greek ousia and Latin substantia to mean 'substance.'
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Definition
Greek, 'something standing under' or 'set under'. Used interchangeably with ousia (Greek, 'substance') and substantia (Latin, 'substance').
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- Synonym of
- ousiaTerm
Last revised August 14, 2026