Definition

Relating to a belief that a golden age or paradise will occur after the second coming of Christ.

Example

The postmillenarian view suggests that humanity will improve and eventually usher in a period of peace and prosperity before the end of the world.

Conversation

Have you ever read about postmillenarian beliefs?

Not really, what are they about?

They focus on the idea that the world will improve before the end times.

That sounds interesting! I’d love to learn more about it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A person who believes that a golden age or paradise will occur on Earth after the Second Coming of Christ, as part of a specific interpretation of Christian eschatology.

Example

The postmillenarian community is optimistic about the future, believing that society will improve over time before the final judgment.

Conversation

Have you ever met a postmillenarian before?

No, I haven't! What do they believe in?

They think that the world will improve significantly before the end of times.

Root Explanation

Postmillenarian → It is formed from "post-" (meaning after) and "millennium" (from Latin *millennium*, meaning a thousand years) and the suffix "-arian" (meaning one who advocates or supports). The term refers to someone who believes in a specific theological perspective that the millennium will occur after Christ's second coming.

Memory Tip

Think of 'post-' meaning after and 'millennium' referring to a thousand years — a postmillenarian believes that a thousand-year reign will happen after Christ returns.

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