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Athlete, Christian
1910 New Catholic Dictionary
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(Greek: athletes, one trained in physical exercises)
Term used in the spiritual combat against sin; suggested by the spiritual exercises of Saint Ignatius, Saint Paul (1 Corinthians 9) compares the competitions of the athlete with the struggles of the soul. He also employs the title soldier of Christ (2 Timothy 2).
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Entry for 'Athlete, Christian'. 1910 New Catholic Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/dictionaries/eng/ncd/a/athlete-christian.html. 1910.
Entry for 'Athlete, Christian'. 1910 New Catholic Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/dictionaries/eng/ncd/a/athlete-christian.html. 1910.
