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The Nicene Creed and the Trinity: How the Council Defined God

The doctrine of the Trinity is the central claim of Christian theology — and the Nicene Creed is its clearest ancient expression. Here is how the council arrived at trinitarian language and what it means to affirm it today.

Rev. C•D•F• Warrington, M.Div.

By Rev. C•D•F• Warrington, M.Div.

Ordained Minister, M.Div.

Date

May 2, 2026