prot·evan·gel·i·um
| \ ˌprōtˌēˌvanˈjelēəm \
plural -s
Definition of protevangelium
: a messianic interpretation of a text (as Gen 3:15 RSV) presaging man's ultimate triumph over sin through a coming Savior
—used as the first anticipation of the gospel
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