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Jesus Christ

/ˌd͡ʒiːzəs ˈkɹaɪst/ · name

Meaning

  1. Jesus of Nazareth.
  2. An expletive or oath, usually an expression of surprise, shock, etc.
  3. A savior; one who provides critical help or salvation to others in need.

Etymology / origin

From Middle English Jesu Crist, Jesus Crist, from Latin Iēsūs Chrīstus. By surface analysis, Jesus + Christ. N.b. that Christ is a title, and not a surname.

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