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What does the name "Christadelphian" mean?

In order to register as conscientious objectors in the American Civil War, early members of our movement were asked to take an identifying name.  Both the English expression "Brethren in Christ" (taken from Colossians 1:2) and the one-word equivalent "Christadelphian" were chosen.

The name "Christadelphian" is formed from three Greek roots: Christos (Christ), adelphoi (brethren) and the ending -ianos.

Both the names "Christadelphian" and "Brethren in Christ" are used in our community around the world, with the term "Christadelphian" being more common in English-speaking countries.

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Colossians 1:2 - "To the saints and faithful brethren in Christ which are at Colosse; Grace be unto you, and peace, from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ."

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