theological

adjective

theo·​log·​i·​cal ˌthē-ə-ˈlä-ji-kəl How to pronounce theological (audio)
variants or less commonly theologic
1
: of or relating to theology
2
: preparing for a religious vocation
a theological student
theologically adverb

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Through expert commentary from scholars and theologians, the series explores the foundational biblical events — such as the Great Flood, the Ten Plagues, and the Garden of Eden — through theological tradition, scientific inquiry and cultural resonance. Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 12 June 2025 Through expert commentary from renowned scholars and theologians, the series explores the foundational biblical events—such as the Great Flood, the Ten Plagues, and the Garden of Eden—through theological tradition, rigorous scientific inquiry and cultural resonance. Leia Mendoza, Variety, 12 June 2025 And there was a lot of great theological and Biblical work being done in support of full inclusion, affirmation and expansive views of God's love of diversity and the unconditional celebration of all human beings. Deborah Barfield Berry, USA Today, 10 June 2025 But the papacy, and the meaning of the keys, changed through the centuries as the church’s political and theological might shifted. Elizabeth Dias, New York Times, 8 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for theological

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First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of theological was in the 15th century

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“Theological.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/theological. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.

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