theology

Definition of Theology in English :

see synonyms of theology

Noun

1. divinity, theology

the rational and systematic study of religion and its influences and of the nature of religious truth

divinity

2. theological system, theology

a particular system or school of religious beliefs and teachings

Example Sentences:
'Jewish theology'
'Roman Catholic theology'

theological system

3. theology

the learned profession acquired by specialized courses in religion (usually taught at a college or seminary)

Example Sentences:
'he studied theology at Oxford'

WordNet Lexical Database for English. Princeton University. 2010.

Theology

see synonyms of theology

noun plural -gies

1.

the systematic study of the existence and nature of the divine and its relationship to and influence upon other beings

2.

a specific branch of this study, undertaken from the perspective of a particular group

feminist theology

3.

the systematic study of Christian revelation concerning God's nature and purpose, esp through the teaching of the Church

4.

a specific system, form, or branch of this study, esp for those preparing for the ministry or priesthood

Theology

see synonyms of theology

nounWord forms: plural theˈologies

1.

the study of religious doctrines and matters of divinity; specif., the study of God and the relations between God, humankind, and the universe

2.

a specific formulation or systemization of religious doctrine or belief as set forth by a given religion or denomination or by one or more individuals

Theology

see synonyms of theology

n. pl. the·ol·o·gies

1. The study of the nature of God and religious truth; rational inquiry into religious questions.

2. A system or school of opinions concerning God and religious questions: Protestant theology; Jewish theology.

3. A course of specialized religious study usually at a college or seminary.

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