Christus est Rex
[ˈkʰriːs.tʊs ˈɛst ˈreːks]word by word
The English phrase 'Christ is King' is translated into Latin as Christus est Rex.
This phrase is a religious statement asserting that Jesus Christ is the sovereign ruler of the universe.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of the subject Christus (Christ), the verb est (is) and the predicate nominative Rex (King).
Which one should you use?
The forms Christus est Rex and Christus Rex est are both used to express the same meaning.
How does it change in a sentence?
In this sentence, Rex is in the nominative case to agree with the subject Christus.
Did you know?
- The word Christus is an indirect translation of the Biblical Hebrew word māšīaḥ, which means 'anointed'.
Examples in context
- Christus est Rex,Reminding everyone of the supreme authority of Christ.
- In hoc mundo, Christus est Rex.In this world, Christ is king.
- Credo quod Christus est Rex.I believe that Christ is king.
Example conversation
Two friends are discussing their faith in a quiet garden.
- QuintusNum scis quid sit veritas?Do you know what the truth is?
- JuliaIta, Christus est Rex.Yes, Christ is king.
- QuintusRecte dic, Julia.You speak correctly, Julia.
- JuliaAmen, Quinte.Amen, Quintus.
