Synonyms of theology

theology

noun

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.

Related Words

• philosophy
• religion
• doctrine
• law
• ideology
• dogma
• church
• denomination
• theory
• communion
• gospel
• sect
• cult
• principle
• creed
• belief
• faith
• conviction
• canon
• persuasion
• thesis
• tenet
• axiom
• testament
• precept
• credo
• truism
• rule
• hypothesis
• standard
• value
• paganism
• proposition
• theism
• norm
• pantheism
• moral
• monotheism
• deism
• polytheism
• verity
• heathenism

Dissimilar Words

• agnosticism
• atheism
• secularism
• unbelief
• know-nothingism
• godlessness
• nonbelief

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of theology

Though our congregations differ in theology and practice, we are united by enduring religious teachings that call upon us to care for the vulnerable, welcome the stranger, pursue justice, protect creation, and seek peace. — Killingly-Brooklyn Interfaith Council, Hartford Courant, 9 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

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

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