Messiah
Pronunciation:məˈsaɪə
EN→ZH
Quick Translations
- 弥赛亚
- 救世主
- 拯救者
Definitions
noun
Definition
In a religious context, specifically in Judaism and Christianity, a messiah is a savior or liberator who is believed to be anointed by God to bring salvation or deliverance to a people.
In ZH
在宗教背景下，特别是在犹太教和基督教中，弥赛亚是被认为是由上帝受膏的救世主或解放者，旨在为人民带来救赎或解放。
Examples
- Many Christians believe that Jesus was the Messiah prophesied in the Old Testament.
- The Jewish faith awaits the coming of the Messiah as a future event.
- Throughout history, various figures have been regarded as messiahs in different cultures.
noun
Definition
A person who is regarded as a savior or liberator of a particular group or cause, often with a strong leadership quality and a following of devotees.
In ZH
被视为特定群体或事业的救世主或解放者的人，通常具有强大的领导才能和一群追随者。
Examples
- Some political leaders are seen as messiahs by their supporters, promising to bring about major change.
- In modern culture, many celebrities are sometimes portrayed as messiahs for social issues.
- The activist was hailed as a messiah for her passionate commitment to environmental justice.
noun
Definition
An individual who is believed to bring profound change or transformation in a specific context, often in a metaphorical sense.
In ZH
被认为在特定背景下带来深刻变化或转变的个人，通常是比喻意义。
Examples
- In the tech industry, some entrepreneurs are labeled as messiahs for their innovative ideas that change the market.
- The visionary leader was seen as a messiah in the fight against poverty.
- In literature, the hero often embodies the traits of a messiah, overcoming great odds to save others.