enhypostasia

Enhypostasia is a theological term in Christianity that describes the dependence of Christ's human nature upon his divine nature. This concept emphasizes that Christ's human nature does not exist independently but subsists within his divine nature, specifically the person of the Logos (the divine Word).1

This doctrine is a crucial aspect of the hypostatic union, which asserts that Jesus Christ is both fully divine and fully human. The belief that Christ is true God and true man is central to orthodox Christianity, as it underpins the doctrine of salvation, suggesting that Christ's full humanity was necessary to share his divinity with humankind. The precise theological understanding of Christ's two natures has been a subject of extensive debate and development throughout Christian history, with various councils and figures contributing to its definition.2