: of, relating to, or having existence before incarnation —used especially of the second person of the Trinity.

What makes a person an incarnate being?

Incarnate is defined as being in human form or the perfect example or embodiment of something. A spirit who chooses to take the shape of a human form is an example of a spirit incarnate. A person who is the perfect example of a unrestrained greed is an example of greed incarnate. adjective.

What is meant by Christophany?

: an appearance of Christ after resurrection especially as recorded in the Gospels.