Theology: meaning, definitions and examples
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theology
[ θiːˈɒlədʒi ]
study of religion
Theology is the study of the nature of the divine, religious beliefs, and the practice of religion. It explores questions about the existence of God, the nature of religious experience, the meaning of life, and the role of religion in society.
Synonyms
divinity, religious studies, theosophy
Examples of usage
- Theology students often debate the existence of a higher power.
- His deep interest in theology led him to become a priest.
- Theology plays a significant role in shaping religious doctrines.
- Theology delves into the mysteries of faith and spirituality.
- Theology examines the relationship between humans and the divine.
Translations
Translations of the word "theology" in other languages:
🇵🇹 teologia
🇮🇳 धर्मशास्त्र
🇩🇪 Theologie
🇮🇩 teologi
🇺🇦 теологія
🇵🇱 teologia
🇯🇵 神学 (しんがく)
🇫🇷 théologie
🇪🇸 teología
🇹🇷 teoloji
🇰🇷 신학 (神学)
🇸🇦 لاهوت
🇨🇿 teologie
🇸🇰 teológia
🇨🇳 神学 (shénxué)
🇸🇮 teologija
🇮🇸 guðfræði
🇰🇿 теология
🇬🇪 თეოლოგია
🇦🇿 ilahiyyat
🇲🇽 teología
Word origin
The word 'theology' has its roots in Greek, with 'theo' meaning 'God' and 'logos' meaning 'word' or 'discourse'. The term originated in the context of Christianity to refer to the study of God and religious beliefs. Over time, theology has evolved to include the study of various religious traditions and spiritual practices.