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dispensationalism

American  
[dis-puhn-say-shuh-nl-iz-uhm, -pen-] / ˌdɪs pənˈseɪ ʃə nlˌɪz əm, -pɛn- /

noun

  1. the interpreting of history as a series of divine dispensations.


Etymology

Origin of dispensationalism

dispensational ( def. ) + -ism


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For example, some people still hold on to an interpretative framework known as dispensationalism, which includes the popular concept of the “Rapture.”

From Salon ● Jan. 31, 2024

“The basic tenets of premillennial dispensationalism that emerged in the series were already embraced by many evangelicals. LaHaye’s contribution was to put that theology in a format that was more accessible and relatable to readers.”

From Washington Times ● Jul. 25, 2016

Some fellow conservative Christians pushed back against LaHaye’s end-times views, known as premillennial dispensationalism, emphasizing that the books were fictional and should not be read as an exact theological interpretation of the Bible.

From Seattle Times ● Jul. 25, 2016

How many plays, after all, include a consideration of the biblical issue of dispensationalism?

From Washington Post

Much of their interest stems from a particular brand of theology known as dispensationalism.

From Time Magazine Archive

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