Who was considered subordinate in Tertullian’s view of the Holy Trinity?
None
All
Father and Son
Son and Spirit
Answer
In Tertullian's theological perspective, the Son and the Spirit, or the second and third persons of the Holy Trinity, were seen as subordinate to the Father, or the first person. While affirming the unity and distinction of the three divine persons, Tertullian maintained a hierarchical relationship, emphasizing the preeminence and authority of the Father within the Triune Godhead.
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