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 Ath·a·na·sian a. Of or pertaining to Athanasius, bishop of Alexandria in the 4th century.
 Athanasian creed, a formulary, confession, or exposition of faith, formerly supposed to have been drawn up by Athanasius; but this opinion is now rejected, and the composition is ascribed by some to Hilary, bishop of Arles (5th century). It is a summary of what was called the orthodox faith.
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 Creed n.
 1. A definite summary of what is believed; esp., a summary of the articles of Christian faith; a confession of faith for public use; esp., one which is brief and comprehensive.
    In the Protestant system the creed is not coordinate with, but always subordinate to, the Bible.   --Schaff-Herzog Encyc.
 2. Any summary of principles or opinions professed or adhered to.
    I love him not, nor fear him; there's my creed.   --Shak.
 Apostles' creed, Athanasian creed, Nicene creed. See under Apostle, Athanasian, Nicene.

 Athanasian Creed
      n : a Christian profession of faith