Theology

/θiˈɑːlədʒi/

Meaning & Definition

noun
The study of the nature of God and religious belief.
The university offers a major in theology that explores various religious traditions.
A system or school of religious beliefs or ideas.
Her theology is deeply rooted in the principles of compassion and forgiveness.
The practiced reflection on and interpretations of the divine.
He spent years studying theology to better understand the complexities of faith.

Etymology

From the Greek 'theologia', from 'theos' meaning 'God' and 'logia' meaning 'study'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

theology of the body:
A doctrine emphasizing the value of the human body in relation to spirituality.
systematic theology:
A discipline of theology that formulates an orderly, coherent account of the doctrines of the faith.
liberation theology:
A movement in Christian theology, particularly in Latin America, emphasizing social justice.

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Slang Meanings

God-talk
In his sermons, he often engages in God-talk to connect with his congregation.
Faith study
She's really into faith study and spends a lot of time discussing theology informally with friends.