noun
Logos
noun
1
In classical philosophy, the rational principle held to underlie and govern the universe.
"Stoic philosophers saw the logos as the ordering force behind all nature."
2
In Christian theology, the Word of God, identified with Christ.
"The Gospel of John opens by describing the Logos as being with God from the beginning."
How to Use Logos
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA philosophical or theological term for reason, meaning, or "the Word" as a cosmic organising principle.
When to use it
A formal, philosophical/theological term — not to be confused with the everyday word "logo."
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Etymology
From Ancient Greek logos, "word, reason, account" — the same root that gives English "logic" and the "-logy" suffix.