Logos
/ˈloʊ.ɡɒs/noun
A word or reason; in philosophy, it refers to the principle of order and knowledge.
Did you know?The term 'Logos' is significant in both philosophy and theology, especially in the context of its use by Heraclitus and later in Christian doctrine to denote the divine reason or plan.
Etymological Timeline
Ancient Greek
Greek
λόγος
“Word, reason, principle”
1st Century
Greek
λόγος
“Divine reason or plan, especially in philosophical and theological contexts”
Modern English
English
Logos
“A principle of order and knowledge, often used in philosophical and religious discussions”