Term
Theotokos
Also known as Mother of God
A Greek title for Mary, the mother of Jesus, meaning "Mother of God."
Filed underHistorical TheologyChristology
Definition
The Greek title for Mary, the mother of Jesus, that means 'Mother of God'.
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- Contrasted with
- NestorianismTerm
Last revised August 14, 2026