First Known Use: 1889
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kerygma
noun ke·ryg·ma \kə-ˈrig-mə\
Definition of KERYGMA
: the apostolic proclamation of salvation through Jesus Christ
— ker·yg·mat·ic \ˌker-ig-ˈma-tik\ adjective
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Origin of KERYGMA
Greek kērygma, from kēryssein to proclaim, from kēryx herald — more at caduceus
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