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charisma
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cha·ris·ma  (k-rzm)
n. pl. cha·ris·ma·ta (-m-t)
1.
a. A rare personal quality attributed to leaders who arouse fervent popular devotion and enthusiasm.
b. Personal magnetism or charm: a television news program famed for the charisma of its anchors.
2. Christianity An extraordinary power, such as the ability to perform miracles, granted by the Holy Spirit.
[Greek kharisma, divine favor, from kharizesthai, to favor, from kharis, favor; see gher-2 in Indo-European roots.]
charisma [kar-rizz-ma, kar-rizz-mat-ik]
Noun
the quality or power of an individual to attract, influence, or inspire people [Greek kharis grace, favour]
charismatic
Adjective
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.charismacharisma - a personal attractiveness or interestingness that enables you to influence others
personal appeal, personal magnetism
attractiveness - sexual allure
interestingness, interest - the power of attracting or holding one's attention (because it is unusual or exciting etc.); "they said nothing of great interest"; "primary colors can add interest to a room"
charisma
noun charm, appeal, personality, attraction, lure, allure, magnetism, force of personality
Translations

charisma [kæˈrɪzmə] n → carisma m
charisma [kæˈrɪsmə] n → Charisma nt
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These five C's of Christ, Canon, Church, Conscience, and Charismata work together to constitute a constellation of authority in Baptist life.
Spiritual authority in Baptist life by Shurden, Walter B. / Baptist History and Heritage
In contrast to the consensus view which, following the classic typology of Max Weber, takes Paul's references to charismata as indicative of a concrete social form of leadership distinct from traditional or legal-rational authority, Campbell argues that "charisma, for Paul, is a theological interpretation [emphasis added], a value he places on all service rendered to the community, whether exceptional or routine" (p.
Elders as honored household heads and not holders of "office" in ... by Elliott, John H. / Biblical Theology Bulletin
Raptures and charismata were insufficient proof of holiness; signs of humility, discretion, and obedience to clerical authority were essential to ensure the diffusion of their influence and to protect them from suspicion of heresy.
Recent studies on women and early modern religion in Spanish by Weber, Alison / Renaissance Quarterly
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