SettingsChristian theology
Absolution
Absolution is a traditional theological term for the forgiveness experienced in the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
Absolution is a traditional theological term for the forgiveness experienced in the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
Abundant life
Abundant life is a term used to refer to Christian teachings on fullness of life.
Abundant life is a term used to refer to Christian teachings on fullness of life.
Accommodation (religion)
Accommodation is a theological principle that God, while being in his nature unknowable and unreachable, has nevertheless communicated with mankind in a way in which humans can understand and re...
Accommodation is a theological principle that God, while being in his nature unknowable and unreachable, has nevertheless communicated with mankind in a way in which humans can understand and re...
Adiaphora
Adiaphoron (plural: adiaphora from the Greek ἀδιάφορα "indifferent things") was a concept used in Stoic philosophy to indicate things which were outside of moral law – that is, actio...
Adiaphoron (plural: adiaphora from the Greek ἀδιάφορα "indifferent things") was a concept used in Stoic philosophy to indicate things which were outside of moral law – that is, actio...
Adoption (theology)
Adoption, in Christian theology, is the term that describes the admission of a believer into the family of God.
Adoption, in Christian theology, is the term that describes the admission of a believer into the family of God.
Agency (LDS Church)
Agency, in Latter-day Saint theology, is "the privilege of choice which was introduced by God the Eternal Father to all of his spirit children in the premortal state".
Agency, in Latter-day Saint theology, is "the privilege of choice which was introduced by God the Eternal Father to all of his spirit children in the premortal state".
Attributes of God
The Attributes of God in Christian theology are those characteristics of God revealed in the Bible.
The Attributes of God in Christian theology are those characteristics of God revealed in the Bible.
Attributes of God in Christianity
The Attributes of God in Christian theology are those characteristics of God revealed in the Bible.
The Attributes of God in Christian theology are those characteristics of God revealed in the Bible.
Baptism of desire
Baptism of desire (Latin Baptismus Flaminis) is a teaching of the Roman Catholic Church explaining that those who desire baptism, but are not baptized with water through the Christian ritu...
Baptism of desire (Latin Baptismus Flaminis) is a teaching of the Roman Catholic Church explaining that those who desire baptism, but are not baptized with water through the Christian ritu...
Belief in Jesus
Belief in Jesus is a term generally synonymous with Christianity, indicating (generally speaking) a view that Jesus was or is a being who was anointed by God as the Messiah prophesied in J...
Belief in Jesus is a term generally synonymous with Christianity, indicating (generally speaking) a view that Jesus was or is a being who was anointed by God as the Messiah prophesied in J...
Bipartite (theology)
In Christian theology and anthropology, bipartite refers to the view that a human being is a composite of two distinct components, material and immaterial; for example, body and soul.
In Christian theology and anthropology, bipartite refers to the view that a human being is a composite of two distinct components, material and immaterial; for example, body and soul.
Body of Christ
In Christian theology, the term Body of Christ has two separate connotations: it may refer to Jesus's statement at the Last Supper that "This is my body" in, or the explicit usage of the term by...
In Christian theology, the term Body of Christ has two separate connotations: it may refer to Jesus's statement at the Last Supper that "This is my body" in, or the explicit usage of the term by...
Book of Nature
Early theologians believed the Book of Nature was a source of God’s revelation to mankind as well, and when read alongside sacred Scripture, provided a true knowledge of Him through the things ...
Early theologians believed the Book of Nature was a source of God’s revelation to mankind as well, and when read alongside sacred Scripture, provided a true knowledge of Him through the things ...
Cessationism
In Christian theology, Cessationism is the view that the miraculous gifts of the Holy Spirit, such as tongues, prophecy and healing, ceased being practiced early on in Church history.
In Christian theology, Cessationism is the view that the miraculous gifts of the Holy Spirit, such as tongues, prophecy and healing, ceased being practiced early on in Church history.
Christ of Europe
The Christ of Europe is the messianic doctrine based in New Testament, first popularized among various European nations by the Church of Jesus Christ of Europe in the 16th to the 18th centuries.
The Christ of Europe is the messianic doctrine based in New Testament, first popularized among various European nations by the Church of Jesus Christ of Europe in the 16th to the 18th centuries.
Christian anthropology
In the context of Christian theology, theological anthropology refers to the study of the human ("anthropology") as it relates to God.
In the context of Christian theology, theological anthropology refers to the study of the human ("anthropology") as it relates to God.
Christian Deism
Christian Deism, in the philosophy of religion, is a standpoint that branches from Deism.
Christian Deism, in the philosophy of religion, is a standpoint that branches from Deism.
Christian heresy
" Christian heresy refers to non-orthodox practices and beliefs that were deemed to be heretical by one or more of the Christian churches.
" Christian heresy refers to non-orthodox practices and beliefs that were deemed to be heretical by one or more of the Christian churches.
Christian perfection
Christian perfection, also known as perfect love; heart purity; the baptism of the Holy Spirit; the fullness of the blessing; Christian holiness; the second blessing; and entire sanctification, ...
Christian perfection, also known as perfect love; heart purity; the baptism of the Holy Spirit; the fullness of the blessing; Christian holiness; the second blessing; and entire sanctification, ...
Christian revival
Christian revival is a term that generally refers to a specific period of increased spiritual interest or renewal in the life of a church congregation or many churches, either regionally or globally.
Christian revival is a term that generally refers to a specific period of increased spiritual interest or renewal in the life of a church congregation or many churches, either regionally or globally.
Christian scholarship
Christian Scholarship has also been called the “Integration of faith and learning.” This integration is based on the assumption described by St. Augustine that “We must show our Scripture not to...
Christian Scholarship has also been called the “Integration of faith and learning.” This integration is based on the assumption described by St. Augustine that “We must show our Scripture not to...
Christian theology
Christian theology is the enterprise to construct a coherent system of Christian belief and practice based primarily upon the texts of the Old Testament and the New Testament as well as the hist...
Christian theology is the enterprise to construct a coherent system of Christian belief and practice based primarily upon the texts of the Old Testament and the New Testament as well as the hist...
Christian tradition
Christian tradition is a collection of traditions of practices or beliefs associated with Christianity or groups with Christianity.
Christian tradition is a collection of traditions of practices or beliefs associated with Christianity or groups with Christianity.
Christocentric
Christocentric is a doctrinal term within Christianity, describing theological positions that focus more heavily on Jesus Christ, the second person of the Christian Trinity, as opposed to the G...
Christocentric is a doctrinal term within Christianity, describing theological positions that focus more heavily on Jesus Christ, the second person of the Christian Trinity, as opposed to the G...
Christofascism
Christofascism (the name being a portmanteau of Christianity and Fascism) is a concept in Christian theology first mentioned by Dorothee Sölle, a Christian theologian and writer, in her book B...
Christofascism (the name being a portmanteau of Christianity and Fascism) is a concept in Christian theology first mentioned by Dorothee Sölle, a Christian theologian and writer, in her book B...
Church renewal
Church renewal is a concept widely used by clergy and Church sociologists to express concern over the decline or decay of the Church and a desire to see the Church flourish in the future.
Church renewal is a concept widely used by clergy and Church sociologists to express concern over the decline or decay of the Church and a desire to see the Church flourish in the future.
Colloquy (religious)
A religious colloquy is a meeting to settle differences of doctrine or dogma, also called a colloquium (meeting, discussion), as in the historical Colloquy at Poissy, and like the legal colloquy...
A religious colloquy is a meeting to settle differences of doctrine or dogma, also called a colloquium (meeting, discussion), as in the historical Colloquy at Poissy, and like the legal colloquy...
Consolation of Israel
The Consolation of Israel was a name for the Messiah in common use among the Jews in the Old Testament, probably suggested by ;.
The Consolation of Israel was a name for the Messiah in common use among the Jews in the Old Testament, probably suggested by ;.
Constructive theology
Constructive theology is the re-definition of what has historically been known as systematic theology.
Constructive theology is the re-definition of what has historically been known as systematic theology.
Consultation on Common Texts
The Consultation on Common Texts (CCT) is "an ecumenical consultation of liturgical scholars and denominational representatives from the United States and Canada, who produce liturgical texts fo...
The Consultation on Common Texts (CCT) is "an ecumenical consultation of liturgical scholars and denominational representatives from the United States and Canada, who produce liturgical texts fo...
Continuationism
Continuationism is a Christian theological belief that the gifts of the Holy Spirit have continued to this present age, specifically the sign gifts such as tongues and prophecy.
Continuationism is a Christian theological belief that the gifts of the Holy Spirit have continued to this present age, specifically the sign gifts such as tongues and prophecy.
Corporate personality
Corporate personality is a concept in Christian theology that was articulated by H. Wheeler Robinson.
Corporate personality is a concept in Christian theology that was articulated by H. Wheeler Robinson.
Countercultural model
Countercultural model is a model of contextual theology which wants to be as engaging of and relevant to the context while at the same time remaining faithful to the gospel.
Countercultural model is a model of contextual theology which wants to be as engaging of and relevant to the context while at the same time remaining faithful to the gospel.
Creationism (soul)
Creationism is a doctrine held by some Christians that God creates a soul for each body that is generated.
Creationism is a doctrine held by some Christians that God creates a soul for each body that is generated.
Crucifixion of Jesus
According to Christian tradition the crucifixion of Jesus and his ensuing death is an event that occurred during the 1st century AD. Jesus, who Christians believe is the Son of God as well as...
According to Christian tradition the crucifixion of Jesus and his ensuing death is an event that occurred during the 1st century AD. Jesus, who Christians believe is the Son of God as well as...
Cultural mandate
The cultural mandate or creation mandate is the divine injunction found in Genesis 1:28, in which God (YHWH), after having created the world and all in it, ascribes to humankind the tasks ...
The cultural mandate or creation mandate is the divine injunction found in Genesis 1:28, in which God (YHWH), after having created the world and all in it, ascribes to humankind the tasks ...
Date of the crucifixion
Although there is no consensus regarding the exact date of the crucifixion of Jesus, it is generally agreed by biblical scholars that it was on a Friday on or near Passover (Nisan 15), during th...
Although there is no consensus regarding the exact date of the crucifixion of Jesus, it is generally agreed by biblical scholars that it was on a Friday on or near Passover (Nisan 15), during th...
De Carne Christi
De Carne Christi is a polemical work by Tertullian against the Gnostic Docetism of Marcion, Apelles, Valentinus and Alexander.
De Carne Christi is a polemical work by Tertullian against the Gnostic Docetism of Marcion, Apelles, Valentinus and Alexander.
Doctrine of Election
Doctrine of Election, the doctrine that the salvation of a man depends on the election of God for that end, of which there are two chief phases: one is election to be Christ's, or unconditional ...
Doctrine of Election, the doctrine that the salvation of a man depends on the election of God for that end, of which there are two chief phases: one is election to be Christ's, or unconditional ...
Dudleian lectures
The Dudleian lectures are a series of prestigious lectures on religion at Harvard University, where they are the oldest endowed lectureship.
The Dudleian lectures are a series of prestigious lectures on religion at Harvard University, where they are the oldest endowed lectureship.
Elenctics
Elenctics, in Christianity, is a division of practical theology concerned with persuading people of other faiths (or no faith) of the truth of the Gospel message, with an end to producing in the...
Elenctics, in Christianity, is a division of practical theology concerned with persuading people of other faiths (or no faith) of the truth of the Gospel message, with an end to producing in the...
Ernest Cushing Richardson
Ernest Cushing Richardson,, noted librarian, theologian and scholar, was born in Woburn, Massachusetts.
Ernest Cushing Richardson,, noted librarian, theologian and scholar, was born in Woburn, Massachusetts.
Eternal life (Christianity)
In Christianity the term eternal life characterizes the time of the Church as an eschatological hour, wherein the realities of the end are perpetually present.
In Christianity the term eternal life characterizes the time of the Church as an eschatological hour, wherein the realities of the end are perpetually present.
Eucharistic theology
Eucharistic theology is a branch of Christian theology which treats doctrines concerning the Holy Eucharist, also commonly known as the Lord's Supper.
Eucharistic theology is a branch of Christian theology which treats doctrines concerning the Holy Eucharist, also commonly known as the Lord's Supper.
European Society for Catholic Theology
The European Society of Catholic Theology is an association of European Catholic theologians whose goal is to promote the academic discipline of Catholic theology primarily at the intersection w...
The European Society of Catholic Theology is an association of European Catholic theologians whose goal is to promote the academic discipline of Catholic theology primarily at the intersection w...
Evangelical intelligentsia
Evangelical Intelligentsia denotes the segment of evangelical thinkers in various fields of occupation such as academy, politics and journalism having a significant impact on culture.
Evangelical Intelligentsia denotes the segment of evangelical thinkers in various fields of occupation such as academy, politics and journalism having a significant impact on culture.
Flesh (theology)
In Christianity, the word "flesh" is used in English as a metaphor to describe sinful tendencies.
In Christianity, the word "flesh" is used in English as a metaphor to describe sinful tendencies.
Forgiveness
Forgiveness is typically defined as the process of concluding resentment, indignation or anger as a result of a perceived offense, difference or mistake, or ceasing to demand punishment or resti...
Forgiveness is typically defined as the process of concluding resentment, indignation or anger as a result of a perceived offense, difference or mistake, or ceasing to demand punishment or resti...
Formal and material principles of theology
Formal principle and material principle are two categories in Christian theology to identify and distinguish the authoritative source of theology (formal principle) from the theology itsel...
Formal principle and material principle are two categories in Christian theology to identify and distinguish the authoritative source of theology (formal principle) from the theology itsel...
Fundamental articles (theology)
Fundamental articles was a term employed by early Protestant theologians, who wished to distinguish some essential parts of the Christian faith from non-essential doctrines.
Fundamental articles was a term employed by early Protestant theologians, who wished to distinguish some essential parts of the Christian faith from non-essential doctrines.
Glorification (theology)
Glorification, as an element of the ordo salutis, is the final stage in the Christian theology of salvation.
Glorification, as an element of the ordo salutis, is the final stage in the Christian theology of salvation.
Glory (religion)
Glory is used to denote the manifestation of God's presence in the Judeo-Christian religious tradition.
Glory is used to denote the manifestation of God's presence in the Judeo-Christian religious tradition.
God in Christianity
This is the conception that the Christ is the Logos (λóγος, the Greek for "word", "discourse" or "reason").
This is the conception that the Christ is the Logos (λóγος, the Greek for "word", "discourse" or "reason").
Good news (Christianity)
In Christianity, the Gospel, good news, Evangealion, or Evangelium is the message of Jesus, the Christ, specifically the coming Kingdom of God, his atoning death on the cro...
In Christianity, the Gospel, good news, Evangealion, or Evangelium is the message of Jesus, the Christ, specifically the coming Kingdom of God, his atoning death on the cro...
Good News (Christianity)
In Christianity, the Gospel, Good News, Evangealion, or Evangelium is the message of Jesus, the Christ.
In Christianity, the Gospel, Good News, Evangealion, or Evangelium is the message of Jesus, the Christ.
Harrowing of Hell
The Harrowing of Hell is a doctrine in Christian theology referenced in the Apostles' Creed and the Athanasian Creed that states that Jesus Christ "descended into Hell".
The Harrowing of Hell is a doctrine in Christian theology referenced in the Apostles' Creed and the Athanasian Creed that states that Jesus Christ "descended into Hell".
Henotheism
Henotheism (Greek heis theos "one god") is the belief and worship of a single god while accepting the existence or possible existence of other deities.
Henotheism (Greek heis theos "one god") is the belief and worship of a single god while accepting the existence or possible existence of other deities.
History of theology
This is an overview of the history of theology in Greek thought, Christianity, Judaism and Islam from the time of Jesus to the present.
This is an overview of the history of theology in Greek thought, Christianity, Judaism and Islam from the time of Jesus to the present.
Humility theology
Humility theology is a school of thought founded by John Templeton.
Humility theology is a school of thought founded by John Templeton.
Image of God
The Image of God is a concept and theological doctrine within the Abrahamic religions which asserts that human beings are created in God's image and therefore have inherent value independent of ...
The Image of God is a concept and theological doctrine within the Abrahamic religions which asserts that human beings are created in God's image and therefore have inherent value independent of ...
Imitation of Christ
The Imitation of Christ (Latin: De imitatione Christi) by Thomas à Kempis is a Christian spiritual book.
The Imitation of Christ (Latin: De imitatione Christi) by Thomas à Kempis is a Christian spiritual book.
Impanation
Impanation is a view of the real presence of the body of Jesus Christ in the bread of the Eucharist that does not imply a change in the substance of either the bread or the body.
Impanation is a view of the real presence of the body of Jesus Christ in the bread of the Eucharist that does not imply a change in the substance of either the bread or the body.
Inculturation
Inculturation is a term used in Christianity, especially in the Roman Catholic Church, referring to the adaptation of the way Church teachings are presented to non-Christian cultures, and to the...
Inculturation is a term used in Christianity, especially in the Roman Catholic Church, referring to the adaptation of the way Church teachings are presented to non-Christian cultures, and to the...
Jesus' Name doctrine
Jesus' Name Doctrine is a nontrinitarian theology, characterised by a belief that baptism must be performed "in the name of Jesus", rather than the more common Trinitarian formula "in the name o...
Jesus' Name Doctrine is a nontrinitarian theology, characterised by a belief that baptism must be performed "in the name of Jesus", rather than the more common Trinitarian formula "in the name o...
Jesus' Promise and the Task of Discipleship
The task of the disciples is clearly expressed in the words with which Jesus calls them away from their occupation of fishing: "I will make you become fishers of men", a word which, as in so man...
The task of the disciples is clearly expressed in the words with which Jesus calls them away from their occupation of fishing: "I will make you become fishers of men", a word which, as in so man...
Josephology
Josephology is the theological study of Saint Joseph, the husband of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
Josephology is the theological study of Saint Joseph, the husband of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
Justitia civilis
Justitia civilis or "things external" is defined by Christian theologians as the class of acts in which fallen man retains his ability to perform both good and evil moral acts.
Justitia civilis or "things external" is defined by Christian theologians as the class of acts in which fallen man retains his ability to perform both good and evil moral acts.
Knowledge of Christ
The knowledge of Christ refers to one of two possible, and at times related, topics in Christology: one focuses on the knowledge of Christ about the world, the other addresses how Christians com...
The knowledge of Christ refers to one of two possible, and at times related, topics in Christology: one focuses on the knowledge of Christ about the world, the other addresses how Christians com...
Legalism (theology)
Legalism, in Christian theology, is a sometimes-pejorative term referring to an over-emphasis on discipline of conduct, or legal ideas, usually implying an allegation of misguided rigour, pride...
Legalism, in Christian theology, is a sometimes-pejorative term referring to an over-emphasis on discipline of conduct, or legal ideas, usually implying an allegation of misguided rigour, pride...
Love of Christ
The love of Christ is a key element of Christian belief and theology.
The love of Christ is a key element of Christian belief and theology.
Love of God (Christianity)
The love of God is a prevalent concept both in the Old Testament and the New Testament.
The love of God is a prevalent concept both in the Old Testament and the New Testament.
Mercy
Mercy (Middle English, from Anglo-French merci, from Medieval Latin merced-, merces, from Latin, "price paid, wages", from merc-, merxi "merchandise") is broad term that ref...
Mercy (Middle English, from Anglo-French merci, from Medieval Latin merced-, merces, from Latin, "price paid, wages", from merc-, merxi "merchandise") is broad term that ref...
Messiah
Messiah is the anglicized version of a Hebrew term ( Arabic language مسيح Masih “anointed”) generally transliterated as Mashiach, representing a redeemer figure expected or foretold in one f...
Messiah is the anglicized version of a Hebrew term ( Arabic language مسيح Masih “anointed”) generally transliterated as Mashiach, representing a redeemer figure expected or foretold in one f...
Modality (theology)
Modality in Protestant and Catholic Christian theology, is the structure and organization of the local or universal church.
Modality in Protestant and Catholic Christian theology, is the structure and organization of the local or universal church.
Monarchianism
Monarchianism is a set of beliefs that emphasize God as being one person.
Monarchianism is a set of beliefs that emphasize God as being one person.
Mortification (theology)
Mortification refers in Christian theology to the subjective experience of Sanctification, the objective work of God between justification and glorification.
Mortification refers in Christian theology to the subjective experience of Sanctification, the objective work of God between justification and glorification.
Mystical theology
Mystical theology is a branch of theology which treats of acts and experiences or states of the soul which cannot be produced by human effort.
Mystical theology is a branch of theology which treats of acts and experiences or states of the soul which cannot be produced by human effort.
Neo-orthodoxy
Neo-orthodoxy, in Europe also known as theology of crisis and dialectical theology, is an approach to theology in Protestantism that was developed in the aftermath of the First World...
Neo-orthodoxy, in Europe also known as theology of crisis and dialectical theology, is an approach to theology in Protestantism that was developed in the aftermath of the First World...
New creation (theology)
The new creation (Gk καινὴ κτίσις) is a concept found in the New Testament, related to the new life (ἐν καινότητι ζωῆς) and new man (καινός ἄνθρωπος) but with reference also to the Genesis "old ...
The new creation (Gk καινὴ κτίσις) is a concept found in the New Testament, related to the new life (ἐν καινότητι ζωῆς) and new man (καινός ἄνθρωπος) but with reference also to the Genesis "old ...
Nonsabbatarianism
Non-Sabbatarianism is the affirmation of the religious liberty not to observe a weekly rest or worship day, usually in Christianity.
Non-Sabbatarianism is the affirmation of the religious liberty not to observe a weekly rest or worship day, usually in Christianity.
Old Testament Theology
Old Testament Theology is the branch of Biblical Theology that deals with the history, progress, and Christian interpretation of divine revelation in the Old Testament.
Old Testament Theology is the branch of Biblical Theology that deals with the history, progress, and Christian interpretation of divine revelation in the Old Testament.
Orders of creation
Orders of creation (or sometimes creation orders) refer to a doctrine of theology asserting God's hand in establishing social domains such as the family, the church, the state, and the ec...
Orders of creation (or sometimes creation orders) refer to a doctrine of theology asserting God's hand in establishing social domains such as the family, the church, the state, and the ec...
Ordo salutis
Ordo salutis, refers to the series of conceptual steps within the Christian doctrine of salvation.
Ordo salutis, refers to the series of conceptual steps within the Christian doctrine of salvation.
Original sin
Original sin is, according to a theological doctrine, humanity's state of sin resulting from the Fall of Man.
Original sin is, according to a theological doctrine, humanity's state of sin resulting from the Fall of Man.
Orthodoxy
The word orthodox, from Greek orthos + doxa, is generally used to mean the adherence to accepted norms, more specifically to creeds, especially in religion.
The word orthodox, from Greek orthos + doxa, is generally used to mean the adherence to accepted norms, more specifically to creeds, especially in religion.
Ousia
Ousia is the Ancient Greek noun formed on the feminine present participle of '; it is analogous to the English participle being, and the modern philosophy adjectival ontic.
Ousia is the Ancient Greek noun formed on the feminine present participle of '; it is analogous to the English participle being, and the modern philosophy adjectival ontic.
Pantelism
Pantelism is a variant of Christian eschatology that holds that the plan of God has been completed both prophetically and redemptively.
Pantelism is a variant of Christian eschatology that holds that the plan of God has been completed both prophetically and redemptively.
Penance (as a Virtue)
Penance in Christian theology is often seen a supernatural moral virtue whereby the sinner is disposed to hatred of his sin as an offence against God and to a firm purpose to make good any harm ...
Penance in Christian theology is often seen a supernatural moral virtue whereby the sinner is disposed to hatred of his sin as an offence against God and to a firm purpose to make good any harm ...
Perseverance of the saints
Perseverance of the saints, as well as the corollary—though distinct—doctrine known as "Once Saved, Always Saved", is a Christian teaching that once persons are truly saved they can never lose t...
Perseverance of the saints, as well as the corollary—though distinct—doctrine known as "Once Saved, Always Saved", is a Christian teaching that once persons are truly saved they can never lose t...
Phyletism
Phyletism or ethnophyletism (from Greek ἔθνος ethnos "nation" and φυλετισμός phyletismos "tribalism") is the principle of nationalities applied in the ecclesiastical domain: in oth...
Phyletism or ethnophyletism (from Greek ἔθνος ethnos "nation" and φυλετισμός phyletismos "tribalism") is the principle of nationalities applied in the ecclesiastical domain: in oth...
Praxis model (contextual theology)
Praxis Model is a way of doing theology that is formed by knowledge at its most intense level.
Praxis Model is a way of doing theology that is formed by knowledge at its most intense level.
Prayer of Quiet
The Prayer of Quiet is a term from Christian theology.
The Prayer of Quiet is a term from Christian theology.
Privatio Boni
Privatio Boni is a Latin phrase which can be translated as "privation of good."
Privatio Boni is a Latin phrase which can be translated as "privation of good."
Prophet
In religion, a prophet, from the Greek word προφήτης profitis meaning "foreteller", is an individual who is claimed to have been contacted by the supernatural or the divine, and serves as an in...
In religion, a prophet, from the Greek word προφήτης profitis meaning "foreteller", is an individual who is claimed to have been contacted by the supernatural or the divine, and serves as an in...
Prosperity theology
Prosperity theology (sometimes referred to as the prosperity gospel or the "health and wealth" gospel) is a Christian religious doctrine which claims the Bible teaches that financial...
Prosperity theology (sometimes referred to as the prosperity gospel or the "health and wealth" gospel) is a Christian religious doctrine which claims the Bible teaches that financial...
Proto-orthodox Christianity
Proto-orthodox Christianity is a term, coined by New Testament scholar Bart D. Ehrman, used to describe the Early Christian movement which was the precursor of Christian orthodoxy.
Proto-orthodox Christianity is a term, coined by New Testament scholar Bart D. Ehrman, used to describe the Early Christian movement which was the precursor of Christian orthodoxy.
Re-Imagining: Christian feminist conference
Re-Imagining, the Minneapolis interfaith conference of clergy, laypeople, and feminist theologians in 1993 stirred controversy in U.S. Mainline Protestant denominations, ultimately resulting in ...
Re-Imagining, the Minneapolis interfaith conference of clergy, laypeople, and feminist theologians in 1993 stirred controversy in U.S. Mainline Protestant denominations, ultimately resulting in ...
Reconciliation (theology)
Reconciliation, a theological term, is an element of salvation that refers to the results of atonement.
Reconciliation, a theological term, is an element of salvation that refers to the results of atonement.
Recovering Biblical Manhood and Womanhood
The Council on Biblical Manhood and Womanhood (CBMW) is a evangelical Christian organization promoting a complementarian (as opposed to an egalitarian) view of gender issues.
The Council on Biblical Manhood and Womanhood (CBMW) is a evangelical Christian organization promoting a complementarian (as opposed to an egalitarian) view of gender issues.
Repentance (theology)
Repentance is a theological term that describes a stage in salvation where the believer turns away from sin.
Repentance is a theological term that describes a stage in salvation where the believer turns away from sin.
Resurrection of Jesus
The resurrection of Jesus is the belief that Jesus returned to bodily life on the third day following his death by crucifixion.
The resurrection of Jesus is the belief that Jesus returned to bodily life on the third day following his death by crucifixion.
Righteousness
Righteousness is an important theological concept in Zoroastrianism, Hinduism, Judaism, Christianity and Islam.
Righteousness is an important theological concept in Zoroastrianism, Hinduism, Judaism, Christianity and Islam.
Sabbath in Christianity
Sabbath in Christianity is a weekly day of rest or religious observance, derived from the Biblical Sabbath.
Sabbath in Christianity is a weekly day of rest or religious observance, derived from the Biblical Sabbath.
Sabeel
Sabeel (Arabic 'the way' and also 'a channel' or 'spring') Ecumenical Liberation Theology Center is a Christian liberation theology organization based in Jerusalem.
Sabeel (Arabic 'the way' and also 'a channel' or 'spring') Ecumenical Liberation Theology Center is a Christian liberation theology organization based in Jerusalem.
Salvation history
History of salvation is the story that is relevant to a particular religion.
History of salvation is the story that is relevant to a particular religion.
Sehnsucht
Sehnsucht is a German noun translated as "longing", "yearning", or "craving", or in a wider sense a type of "intensely missing".
Sehnsucht is a German noun translated as "longing", "yearning", or "craving", or in a wider sense a type of "intensely missing".
Session of Christ
The Christian doctrine of the Session of Christ or heavenly session says that Jesus Christ is seated at the right hand of God the Father in Heaven—the word "session" is an archaic noun mea...
The Christian doctrine of the Session of Christ or heavenly session says that Jesus Christ is seated at the right hand of God the Father in Heaven—the word "session" is an archaic noun mea...
Seven virtues
In the Catholic catechism, the seven virtues refer to the combination of two lists of virtues, the 4 cardinal virtues of prudence, justice, restraint or temperance, and courage or fortitude, and...
In the Catholic catechism, the seven virtues refer to the combination of two lists of virtues, the 4 cardinal virtues of prudence, justice, restraint or temperance, and courage or fortitude, and...
Sole Satisfier
Sole Satisfier is a term in Christian theology which refers to God as the only one who can satisfy human beings.
Sole Satisfier is a term in Christian theology which refers to God as the only one who can satisfy human beings.
Son of man
The phrase son of man is a primarily Semitic idiom that originated in Ancient Mesopotamia, used to denote humanity or self.
The phrase son of man is a primarily Semitic idiom that originated in Ancient Mesopotamia, used to denote humanity or self.
Soul competency
Soul competency is a Christian theological perspective on the accountability of each person before God.
Soul competency is a Christian theological perspective on the accountability of each person before God.
Spiritual death in Christianity
In Christian theology, spiritual death is defined as a spiritual separation from God, brought on by sin.
In Christian theology, spiritual death is defined as a spiritual separation from God, brought on by sin.
Spiritual warfare
Spiritual warfare is a range of activity by various Christian groups whereby Satanic demons are combatted, using a variety of methods depending on the beliefs of the group, but typically prayer.
Spiritual warfare is a range of activity by various Christian groups whereby Satanic demons are combatted, using a variety of methods depending on the beliefs of the group, but typically prayer.
Supernatural adoption
Supernatural adoption is a term, in Christian theology, used to refer to the new relationship effect between God and men by means of divine grace in Baptism, so that they become "children of God".
Supernatural adoption is a term, in Christian theology, used to refer to the new relationship effect between God and men by means of divine grace in Baptism, so that they become "children of God".
Supernatural Gift
In Christian theology a supernatural gift is a gift of God that is conferred on man that is above all the powers of created nature.
In Christian theology a supernatural gift is a gift of God that is conferred on man that is above all the powers of created nature.
Supernatural order
In Christian theology, the Supernatural order is, according to New Advent, defined as "the ensemble of effects exceeding the powers of the created universe and gratuitously produced by God for t...
In Christian theology, the Supernatural order is, according to New Advent, defined as "the ensemble of effects exceeding the powers of the created universe and gratuitously produced by God for t...
Synergism (theology)
In theology, synergism is the position of those who hold that salvation involves some form of cooperation between divine grace and human freedom.
In theology, synergism is the position of those who hold that salvation involves some form of cooperation between divine grace and human freedom.
Systematic theology
In the context of Christianity, systematic theology is a discipline of Christian theology that attempts to formulate an orderly, rational, and coherent account of the Christian faith and beliefs.
In the context of Christianity, systematic theology is a discipline of Christian theology that attempts to formulate an orderly, rational, and coherent account of the Christian faith and beliefs.
Terminism
Terminism is the Christian doctrine that there is a time limit for repentance from sin, after which God no longer wills the conversion and salvation of that person.
Terminism is the Christian doctrine that there is a time limit for repentance from sin, after which God no longer wills the conversion and salvation of that person.
The Lamb of God (book)
The Lamb of God is the first part of the three book, comprehensive presentation of Eastern Orthodox theology by Sergei Bulgakov.
The Lamb of God is the first part of the three book, comprehensive presentation of Eastern Orthodox theology by Sergei Bulgakov.
Theistic rationalism
Theistic rationalism is a hybrid of natural religion, Christianity, and rationalism, in which rationalism is the predominant element.
Theistic rationalism is a hybrid of natural religion, Christianity, and rationalism, in which rationalism is the predominant element.
Theodicy
Theodicy is a theological and philosophical study which attempts to prove God's intrinsic or foundational nature of omnibenevolence, omniscience, and omnipotence.
Theodicy is a theological and philosophical study which attempts to prove God's intrinsic or foundational nature of omnibenevolence, omniscience, and omnipotence.
Theological determinism
Theological determinism is a form of determinism which states that all events that happen are pre-ordained, or predestined to happen, by a monotheistic God.
Theological determinism is a form of determinism which states that all events that happen are pre-ordained, or predestined to happen, by a monotheistic God.
Theological virtues
Theological virtues - in theology and Christian philosophy, are the character qualities associated with salvation, resulting from the grace of God, which enlightens human mind.
Theological virtues - in theology and Christian philosophy, are the character qualities associated with salvation, resulting from the grace of God, which enlightens human mind.
Theology of relational care
The theology of relational care (which also could be called relational care theology) refers to a theology of understanding how contemporary followers of Jesus can relate to others, especi...
The theology of relational care (which also could be called relational care theology) refers to a theology of understanding how contemporary followers of Jesus can relate to others, especi...
Theology Proper
Theology Proper is the sub-discipline of Systematic Theology which deals specifically with the being, attributes and works of God.
Theology Proper is the sub-discipline of Systematic Theology which deals specifically with the being, attributes and works of God.
Theonomy
Theonomy is a theory in Christian theology that God is the sole source of human ethics.
Theonomy is a theory in Christian theology that God is the sole source of human ethics.
Traducianism
In Christian theology, traducianism is a doctrine about the origin of the soul (or synonymously, "spirit"), in one of the biblical uses of word to mean the immaterial aspect of human beings (Gen...
In Christian theology, traducianism is a doctrine about the origin of the soul (or synonymously, "spirit"), in one of the biblical uses of word to mean the immaterial aspect of human beings (Gen...
Transcendental model (contextual theology)
Transendental Model is one of models in contextual theology.
Transendental Model is one of models in contextual theology.
Transignification
Transignification is an idea originating from the attempts of modernist Roman Catholic theologians, especially Edward Schillebeeckx, to better understand the mystery of the Real Presence of Chri...
Transignification is an idea originating from the attempts of modernist Roman Catholic theologians, especially Edward Schillebeeckx, to better understand the mystery of the Real Presence of Chri...
Triclavianism
Triclavianism is the belief that three nails were used to crucify Jesus Christ.
Triclavianism is the belief that three nails were used to crucify Jesus Christ.
Trilemma
A trilemma is a difficult choice from three options, each of which is (or appears) unacceptable or unfavourable.
A trilemma is a difficult choice from three options, each of which is (or appears) unacceptable or unfavourable.
Tripartite (theology)
In Christian theology, the tripartite viewpoint holds that man is a composite of three distinct components: body, soul and spirit.
In Christian theology, the tripartite viewpoint holds that man is a composite of three distinct components: body, soul and spirit.
Union with Christ
In its widest sense, the phrase union with Christ refers to the relationship between the believer and Jesus Christ.
In its widest sense, the phrase union with Christ refers to the relationship between the believer and Jesus Christ.
Virtuous pagan
Virtuous paganism is a concept in Christian theology analogous to that of the "righteous gentile" in Judaism.
Virtuous paganism is a concept in Christian theology analogous to that of the "righteous gentile" in Judaism.
Water of Life (Christianity)
In Christianity the term Water of Life is used in the context of living water, specific references appearing in the Book of Revelation (21:6 and 22:1), as well as the Gospel of John.
In Christianity the term Water of Life is used in the context of living water, specific references appearing in the Book of Revelation (21:6 and 22:1), as well as the Gospel of John.
Weighing of souls
The weighing of souls after death, to judge them, is an image of Catholic theology and of some other religious traditions.
The weighing of souls after death, to judge them, is an image of Catholic theology and of some other religious traditions.
Wesleyan Quadrilateral
The Wesleyan Quadrilateral is a methodology for theological reflection that is credited to John Wesley, leader of the Methodist movement in the late 18th Century.
The Wesleyan Quadrilateral is a methodology for theological reflection that is credited to John Wesley, leader of the Methodist movement in the late 18th Century.
Word of Faith
Word of Faith (also known as Word-Faith or simply Faith) is a family of Christian churches as well as a label applied by some observers to a teaching movement kindred to many Pentecostal...
Word of Faith (also known as Word-Faith or simply Faith) is a family of Christian churches as well as a label applied by some observers to a teaching movement kindred to many Pentecostal...