Bible dictionary for children
Christ
Christ is a title meaning the Anointed One.
In simple words
What does it mean?
Christ is a title meaning the Anointed One. It points to the promised king and rescuer; it is not Jesus' family surname.
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Is Christ a surname or a title?
An example from the Bible
Peter calls Jesus the Christ in Matthew 16. The related Hebrew title is Messiah, so both titles help explain who Peter believes Jesus is.
Read Matthew 16:16 ↗A little more to explore
Bible context & readings +
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Related reading: Matthew 16:16
Simon Peter answered, “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.”Full readings at eBible.org · World English Bible Classic. Read with an adult.
