irenics

[ ahy-ren-iks, ahy-ree-niks ]

noun

, (used with a singular verb)

1. the branch of theology dealing with the promotion of peace and conciliation among Christian churches. Compare polemics ( def 2 ).

irenics

/ -ˈrɛn-; aɪˈriːnɪks /

noun

1. functioning as singular that branch of theology that is concerned with unity between Christian sects and denominations

Word History and Origins

Origin of irenics¹

First recorded in 1880–85; irenic, -ics