'Athanasian Creed' definitions:

Definition of 'Athanasian Creed'

noun

A Christian profession of faith

From: GCIDE

Creed \Creed\ (kr[=e]d), n. [OE. credo, crede, AS. creda, fr. L. credo I believe, at the beginning of the Apostles' creed, fr. credere to believe; akin to OIr. cretim I believe, and Skr. [,c]raddadh[=a]mi; [,c]rat trust + dh[=a] to put. See Do, v. t., and cf. Credo, Grant.]
1. A definite summary of what is believed; esp., a summary of the articles of Christian faith; a confession of faith for public use; esp., one which is brief and comprehensive. [1913 Webster]
In the Protestant system the creed is not coordinate with, but always subordinate to, the Bible. --Schaff-Herzog Encyc. [1913 Webster]
2. Any summary of principles or opinions professed or adhered to. [1913 Webster]
I love him not, nor fear him; there's my creed. --Shak. [1913 Webster]
Apostles' creed, Athanasian creed, Nicene creed. See under Apostle, Athanasian, Nicene. [1913 Webster]