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Athanasian Creed

so called because it embodies the opinions of Athanasius respecting the Trinity. It was compiled in the fifth century by Hilary, Bishop of Arles.

In the Episcopal Prayer Book of America this creed is omitted.

Source: Dictionary of Phrase and Fable, E. Cobham Brewer, 1894

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