Definition of the word church

The word "church" originated from the Greek word "kyriakon" (κυριακόν), meaning "belonging to the Lord" or "the Lord's house." This term was used to describe the early Christian communities that gathered to worship and follow Jesus Christ. The Latin word "ecclesia," which means "assembly" or " congregation," was also used to refer to the early Christian churches. Over time, the Greek word "kyriakon" was translated into Latin as "ecclesia," and eventually developed into the Middle English word "chirche" and the Modern English word "church." Throughout its development, the word "church" has retained its original meaning, referring to a community of believers who gather to worship and follow Christ, and is often used to describe the physical building where they meet.