theology

noun

Definition of theologynext
as in philosophy
a body of beliefs and practices regarding the supernatural and the worship of one or more deities She plans to pursue a masters degree in Jewish theology.

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Recent Examples of theology Along with theology, that list now includes applied psychology, pharmaceutical sciences and others. — Collin Binkley, Los Angeles Times, 30 June 2026 Snyder earned bachelor’s degrees in English and education, along with a minor in theology, from Valparaiso University in 2003. — Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 29 June 2026 While theology and ministry studies were designated as nonprofessional, the master of divinity degree often pursued by eventual pastors or ministers does retain professional status. — Marc Ramirez, USA Today, 2 July 2026 Members believe preserving the older form of the Mass — commonly called the Traditional Latin Mass — is essential to preserving traditional Catholic theology and ethics, said Matthew Siebert, a philosophy professor at Belmont Abbey College. — Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 6 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for theology
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  1. philosophy
  2. religion
  3. doctrine
  4. law
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  • Every detail is intentional and meant to feel personal from the moment a guest arrives—a philosophy that extends to the neighboring winery as well.
    — Tia Lovisa Moreira, Travel + Leisure, 2 July 2026
  • Perhaps no car better illustrates that philosophy than the 1987 Sbarro Alcador, an experimental speedster based on Ferrari Testarossa mechanicals.
    — Matthew MacConnell, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
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  • If religion is corrupted by breaking down the wall of separation, much the same is true of the state.
    — Kenneth Seeskin, Chicago Tribune, 5 July 2026
  • Hinduism is a narrative religion; its mercurial wisdom is lightened and sweetened by stories, softened by ambiguities, sharpened by paradoxes.
    — Chandrahas Choudhury, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 July 2026
Definition of religion
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  • Questioning, if not rejecting, established Christian doctrine, Ahab also comes to regard Moby Dick as the outward and visible sign, the physical embodiment of the indifference or, worse, utter malignity inherent in the universe.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 6 July 2026
  • Deployment and engagement decisions, however, will remain under human control and within existing doctrine and legal frameworks.
    — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 6 July 2026
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  • Beginning Monday, the focus shifts to whether there is enough evidence for a trial and if the death penalty is warranted, said Paul Cassell, a University of Utah law professor and former federal judge.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 5 July 2026
  • And even though Georgia law does not require this, all cyclists and scooterists should wear helmets.
    — Doug Turnbull, AJC.com, 5 July 2026
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