Definition of THEOLOGY

theology

Meanings

Plural: theologies

Noun

  • the rational and systematic study of religion and its influences and of the nature of religious truth
  • a particular system or school of religious beliefs and teachings
    • "Jewish theology"
    • "Roman Catholic theology"
  • the learned profession acquired by specialized courses in religion (usually taught at a college or seminary)
    • "he studied theology at Oxford"
  • The study of God, a god, or gods; and of the truthfulness of religion in general.
  • Synonym of religious studies.
  • An organized method of interpreting spiritual works and beliefs into practical form.
  • A particular belief within a religion.
  • Subjective marginal details.

Origin / Etymology

From Middle English theologie, from Middle French theologie, from Old French theologie, from Latin theologia, from Koine Greek θεολογία (theología), from θεολόγος (theológos, adjective), from θεός (theós) + λόγος (lógos). By surface analysis, theo- + -logy.

Synonyms

divinity, godlore, religious studies, theological system

Scrabble Score: 15

theology is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
theology is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
theology is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 15

theology is a valid Words With Friends word