Term

Pleroma

In Gnosticism, the spiritual universe and totality of divine powers; in Christian theology, the fullness of the Godhead dwelling in Christ.

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Definition

(In Gnosticism) the spiritual universe as the abode of God and of the totality of the divine powers and emanations. (In Christian theology) the totality or fullness of the Godhead which dwells in Christ.

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Last revised August 14, 2026