Theandric refers to something that is simultaneously divine (God-like) and human. It can be used to describe:
Individuals who are believed to embody both divine and human qualities, such as Jesus Christ.
Concepts or doctrines that combine elements of the divine and the human.
Artistic representations or symbols that depict the fusion of divine and human elements.
Origin:
The concept of theandry has its roots in ancient religious and philosophical traditions, including:
Ancient Greek Mythology: The union of gods and mortals often resulted in the birth of demigods who possessed both divine and human attributes.
Indian Mythology: The concept of the avatar is a manifestation of a deity in human form.
Jewish Mysticism: The kabbalistic concept of the tzadeek, or righteous person, is seen as a bridge between the divine and the human realms.
Christian Theology: The Son of God, Jesus Christ, is considered to be the ultimate theandric figure, fully divine and fully human.
The term "theandric" was coined in the early 19th century by German theologian Ferdinand Christian Baur. It is still used today in religious, philosophical, and cultural contexts to describe the intersection of the divine and the human.
