theology

English

/θi.ˈɒ.lə.dʒi/

noun
Definitions
  • (uncountable) The study of God, a god, or gods; and of the truthfulness of religion in general.
  • (countable) An organized method of interpreting spiritual works and beliefs into practical form.
  • (uncountable) Subjective marginal details.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English theologie derived from Middle French theologie derived from Old French theologie derived from Latin theologia derived from θεολογία.

Origin

θεολογία

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