Jesus freak

English Etymology The phrase originally was applied to those involved in the Jesus movement of the late 1960s and early 1970s, within the context of the freak scene of that era. This usage was seen as pejorative by outsiders and led to the derogatory use. However, some Christians now consider it a reclaimed word, as Christians, especially Christian youth, occasionally use it today as a positive term to let others know that they are not ashamed of their belief in Jesus. Pronunciation en En-au-Jesus freak.ogg AU Noun en Christianity slang An enthusiastic Christian. en 1995 w:dc Talk Jesus Freak (song) Jesus Freak w:TobyMac What will people say when they hear that I'm a Jesus freak? What will people do when they find out it's true? I don't really care if they label me a Jesus freak. There ain't no disguisin' the truth. en pejorative slang One who is perceived to be showily, sanctimoniously, or obsessively Christian. Quotations en 1971 w:Bernie Taupin w:Elton John w:Tiny Dancer Jesus freaks, out in the street, handing tickets out to God 1986. Felt Ballad of the Band (lyrics). See also en Jesus nut en religious slurs eponyms