Christianly
Americanadjective
adverb
Etymology
Origin of Christianly
First recorded in 1375–1425, Christianly is from the late Middle English word cristenli. See Christian, -ly
Example Sentences
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"So as a man of faith, as a Christian, you're saying he attacks anyone. It sounds like you’re condoning attacks? Is that Christianly or Godly?" the host asked.
From Fox News
The Archbishop of York, John Sentamu, urged members of the church to learn how to "disagree Christianly" in reaction to the bishop's announcement.
From BBC
The Archbishop of York urged members to "disagree Christianly".
From BBC
Which conduct she most Christianly forgave, since indeed the poor man's head must needs be turned.
From Project Gutenberg
And, lastly, Charity, which is the ruling principle of all action to the Christian, so far as he acts christianly, is the special virtue of the Ruler, according to the condition imposed by our Lord when He instituted the pastoral rule in its highest degree, saying to Peter, “Lovest thou me more than these?” that is, his brother Apostles and the Apostle of Love himself, and then adding, “Feed my sheep.”
From Project Gutenberg
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