Parous
/ˈpær.əs/noun
Being present or in attendance; especially used in theology for Christ's presence or coming.
Did you know?Parous is tied to the Greek noun *parousia*, a word that became hugely important in early Christian texts for the expected “coming” or presence of Christ.
Etymological Timeline
Ancient Greek
Greek
parousios
“Present, being there; from the state of being alongside or present”
Ancient Greek
Greek
parousia
“Presence; arrival; coming, especially an official or significant one”
Late Latin
Latin
parousia
“Presence, coming, especially in Christian theological usage”
Middle English
English
parous
“Present; attending; in theological use, relating to Christ’s presence or coming”
Modern English
English
parous
“Present or in attendance; especially in theological contexts”