irenics
[ ahy-ren-iks, ahy-ree-niks ]
/ aɪˈrɛn ɪks, aɪˈri nɪks /
noun (used with a singular verb)
the branch of theology dealing with the promotion of peace and conciliation among Christian churches.
Compare polemics(def 2).
Words nearby irenics
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ireland, republic of,
irene,
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ireton,
irgun,
irian barat,
irian jaya,
iricism
British Dictionary definitions for irenics
irenics
/ (aɪˈriːnɪks, -ˈrɛn-) /
noun
(functioning as singular)
that branch of theology that is concerned with unity between Christian sects and denominations