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theologian

 

[ θiˈɒlədʒ(ə)n ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

religious studies

A theologian is a person who studies religion and religious beliefs, often with a focus on a specific faith or tradition. Theologians explore the nature of God, religious texts, rituals, and the role of religion in society.

Synonyms

divinity scholar, religious scholar, theology expert.

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Word Description / Examples
theologian

This word appears twice in your list and should only be used when repeating the nuanced context already provided.
divinity scholar

Used for someone who specifically studies divinity, often in a Christian context, and is frequently associated with seminaries or theological seminaries.

  • As a divinity scholar, she dedicated her life to understanding the nature of God and spiritual truths
religious scholar

Used broadly for anyone who studies various aspects of religion, potentially spanning multiple faiths or focusing on comparative religion.

  • The religious scholar published a comparative analysis of Buddhist and Christian beliefs
theology expert

Used for a person regarded as an authoritative figure in the field of theology, often called upon for their specialized knowledge or opinions on theological matters.

  • The symposium invited a renowned theology expert to discuss contemporary ethical issues

Examples of usage

  • The theologian spent years studying the Bible to deepen their understanding of Christianity.
  • As a theologian, she specialized in Islamic theology and philosophy.

Translations

Translations of the word "theologian" in other languages:

🇵🇹 teólogo

🇮🇳 धर्मशास्त्री

🇩🇪 Theologe

🇮🇩 teolog

🇺🇦 теолог

🇵🇱 teolog

🇯🇵 神学者

🇫🇷 théologien

🇪🇸 teólogo

🇹🇷 teolog

🇰🇷 신학자

🇸🇦 لاهوتي

🇨🇿 teolog

🇸🇰 teológ

🇨🇳 神学家

🇸🇮 teolog

🇮🇸 guðfræðingur

🇰🇿 теолог

🇬🇪 თეოლოგი

🇦🇿 ilahişünas

🇲🇽 teólogo

Etymology

The term 'theologian' originated in the early 17th century and comes from the combination of 'theology' and the suffix '-ian,' which denotes a person associated with a particular field of study. The study of theology has a long history dating back to ancient civilizations, with theologians playing a crucial role in shaping religious beliefs and practices.

See also: theological.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,433, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.