Theology
/θiˈɒl.ə.dʒi/noun
The study of the nature of God and religious belief.
Did you know?The roots of theology date back to ancient Greece, where philosophers debated not just the existence of gods but their very nature and influence on humanity.
Etymological Timeline
Ancient Greek
Greek
θεολογία (theologia)
“Discourse about gods or divine matters.”
Medieval Latin
Latin
theologia
“Study of the divine or God.”
Middle English
Middle English
theologie
“The science of God and religion.”
Modern English
English
theology
“Systematic study of religious beliefs and divine nature.”