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A Short Treatise on the Lord's Supper
A Short Treatise on the Lord's Supper is a book by John Calvin.
A Short Treatise on the Lord's Supper is a book by John Calvin.
Absence of good
The privation of good is a theological doctrine that evil, unlike good, is insubstantial, so that thinking of it as an entity is misleading.
The privation of good is a theological doctrine that evil, unlike good, is insubstantial, so that thinking of it as an entity is misleading.
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 the theological principle that God, while being in his nature unknowable and unreachable, has nevertheless communicated with mankind in a way which humans can understand and res...
Accommodation is the theological principle that God, while being in his nature unknowable and unreachable, has nevertheless communicated with mankind in a way which humans can understand and res...
Adiaphora
Adiaphoron is a concept of Stoic philosophy that indicates things outside of moral law—that is, actions that morality neither mandates nor forbids.
Adiaphoron is a concept of Stoic philosophy that indicates things outside of moral law—that is, actions that morality neither mandates nor forbids.
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 discussed in the Bible.
The Attributes of God in Christian theology are those characteristics of God discussed 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
The Book of Nature is a metaphorical device originating in the Latin Middle Ages which views nature as a book to be read for knowledge and understanding.
The Book of Nature is a metaphorical device originating in the Latin Middle Ages which views nature as a book to be read for knowledge and understanding.
Catholicism
Catholicism is a broad term for the body of the Catholic faith, its theologies and doctrines, its liturgical, ethical, spiritual, and behavioral characteristics, as well as a religious people as...
Catholicism is a broad term for the body of the Catholic faith, its theologies and doctrines, its liturgical, ethical, spiritual, and behavioral characteristics, as well as a religious people as...
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
Christian anthropology in the context of Christian theology, theological anthropology refers to the study of the human as it relates to God.
Christian anthropology in the context of Christian theology, theological anthropology refers to the study of the human 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 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 is a Christian doctrine which holds that the heart of the regenerant Christian may attain a state of holiness in which believers are made free from original sin, or depravit...
Christian perfection is a Christian doctrine which holds that the heart of the regenerant Christian may attain a state of holiness in which believers are made free from original sin, or depravit...
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= The Christian worldview is a comprehensive view of the universe that seeks to understand every component of reality in light of biblical paradigms.
=Christian Scholarship= The Christian worldview is a comprehensive view of the universe that seeks to understand every component of reality in light of biblical paradigms.
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 term widely used by theologians, pastors, and church leaders to express hope for reform, revitalization and revival of the church in light of the decline of Christianity in m...
Church renewal is a term widely used by theologians, pastors, and church leaders to express hope for reform, revitalization and revival of the church in light of the decline of Christianity in m...
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...
Concomitance (Doctrine)
The Doctrine of Concomitance is a Eucharistic theological doctrine held by some Christians which describes the nature of Christ's presence in the bread and wine of the sacrament of Eucharist The...
The Doctrine of Concomitance is a Eucharistic theological doctrine held by some Christians which describes the nature of Christ's presence in the bread and wine of the sacrament of Eucharist The...
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.
Cultural mandate
The cultural mandate or creation mandate is the divine injunction found in Genesis 1:28, in which God, after having created the world and all in it, ascribes to humankind the tasks of fill...
The cultural mandate or creation mandate is the divine injunction found in Genesis 1:28, in which God, after having created the world and all in it, ascribes to humankind the tasks of fill...
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.
Disciple (Christianity)
In Christianity, the disciples were the students of Jesus during his ministry.
In Christianity, the disciples were the students of Jesus during his ministry.
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 traditionally refers to continued life after death —a spiritual kind of immortality, rather than an immortality of the material body.
In Christianity, the term eternal life traditionally refers to continued life after death —a spiritual kind of immortality, rather than an immortality of the material body.
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 the renunciation or cessation of resentment, indignation or anger as a result of a perceived offense, disagreement, or mistake, or ceasing to demand punishment or restitution.
Forgiveness is the renunciation or cessation of resentment, indignation or anger as a result of a perceived offense, disagreement, or mistake, or ceasing to demand punishment or restitution.
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 is the final stage of the ordo salutis and an aspect of Christian soteriology and Christian eschatology.
Glorification is the final stage of the ordo salutis and an aspect of Christian soteriology and Christian eschatology.
Glory (religion)
Glory (from the Latin gloria, "fame, renown") is used to denote the manifestation of God's presence in the Judeo-Christian religious tradition.
Glory (from the Latin gloria, "fame, renown") is used to denote the manifestation of God's presence in the Judeo-Christian religious tradition.
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, Evangelion, or Evangelium is the message of Jesus, the Christ or Messiah — God's ruler promised by the Scriptures — specifically...
In Christianity, the Gospel, Good News, Evangelion, or Evangelium is the message of Jesus, the Christ or Messiah — God's ruler promised by the Scriptures — specifically...
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 is the belief and worship of a single god while accepting the existence or possible existence of other deities that may also be worshipped.
Henotheism is the belief and worship of a single god while accepting the existence or possible existence of other deities that may also be worshipped.
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.
Holy Spirit in the Acts of the Apostles
The Holy Spirit plays a key role in the Acts of the Apostles, leading to the use of the titles "Book of the Holy Spirit" or the "Acts of the Holy Spirit" for that book of the New Testament.
The Holy Spirit plays a key role in the Acts of the Apostles, leading to the use of the titles "Book of the Holy Spirit" or the "Acts of the Holy Spirit" for that book of the New Testament.
Holy Spirit in the Pauline epistles
The Holy Spirit plays a key role in the Pauline epistles and Apostle Paul's pneumatology is closely connected to his theology and Christology, to the point of being almost inseparable from...
The Holy Spirit plays a key role in the Pauline epistles and Apostle Paul's pneumatology is closely connected to his theology and Christology, to the point of being almost inseparable from...
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 in Christianity which asserts that human beings are created in God's image and therefore have inherent value independent of their utility o...
The Image of God is a concept and theological doctrine in Christianity which asserts that human beings are created in God's image and therefore have inherent value independent of their utility o...
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 (Latin, impanatio, "embodied in bread") 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 e...
Impanation (Latin, impanatio, "embodied in bread") 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 e...
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 Christ", rather than the more common Trinitarian formula "in the...
Jesus' Name Doctrine is a nontrinitarian theology, characterised by a belief that baptism must be performed "in the name of Jesus Christ", rather than the more common Trinitarian formula "in the...
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 central element of Christian belief and theology.
The love of Christ is a central 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 generally transliterated as Mashiach, designating a king or High Priest, who were traditionally anointed with holy anointing oil as describ...
Messiah is the anglicized version of a Hebrew term generally transliterated as Mashiach, designating a king or High Priest, who were traditionally anointed with holy anointing oil as describ...
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 War.
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 War.
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 ...
Nicene Christianity
The Nicene Creed (Latin: Symbolum Nicaenum) is the creed or profession of faith (Greek: Σύμβολον τῆς Πίστεως) that is most widely used in Christian liturgy.
The Nicene Creed (Latin: Symbolum Nicaenum) is the creed or profession of faith (Greek: Σύμβολον τῆς Πίστεως) that is most widely used in Christian liturgy.
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 Christian theological doctrine, humanity's state of sin resulting from the Fall of Man.
Original sin is, according to a Christian theological doctrine, humanity's state of sin resulting from the Fall of Man.
Orthodoxy
The word orthodox is from Greek ὀρθός ("right", "correct", "true", "straight") + δοξία (from "δόξα", meaning "glory").
The word orthodox is from Greek ὀρθός ("right", "correct", "true", "straight") + δοξία (from "δόξα", meaning "glory").
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.
Outline of Christian theology
Christian theology – 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 his...
Christian theology – 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 his...
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 meaning "advocate", is an individual who is claimed to have been contacted by the supernatural or the divine, and to speak for them, serving...
In religion, a prophet, from the Greek word προφήτης meaning "advocate", is an individual who is claimed to have been contacted by the supernatural or the divine, and to speak for them, serving...
Prosperity theology
Prosperity theology is a Christian religious doctrine which claims the Bible teaches that financial blessing is the will of God for Christians.
Prosperity theology is a Christian religious doctrine which claims the Bible teaches that financial blessing is the will of God for Christians.
Protevangelium
Protevangelium is a theological term used to describe God's statement to Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden about the future relationship between the Serpent and Eve's descendants as having a pr...
Protevangelium is a theological term used to describe God's statement to Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden about the future relationship between the Serpent and Eve's descendants as having a pr...
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.
Puritan Sabbatarianism
Puritan Sabbatarianism or Reformed Sabbatarianism, often just Sabbatarianism, is strict observance of Sabbath in Christianity that is typically characterised by its avoidance of recrea...
Puritan Sabbatarianism or Reformed Sabbatarianism, often just Sabbatarianism, is strict observance of Sabbath in Christianity that is typically characterised by its avoidance of recrea...
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 Christian religious belief that Jesus Christ returned to life on the Sunday following the Friday on which he was executed by crucifixion.
The resurrection of Jesus is the Christian religious belief that Jesus Christ returned to life on the Sunday following the Friday on which he was executed by crucifixion.
Righteousness
Righteousness is an important theological concept in Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Hinduism, and Zoroastrianism.
Righteousness is an important theological concept in Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Hinduism, and Zoroastrianism.
Sabbath in Christianity
Sabbath in Christianity is a weekly day of rest or religious observance, derived from Biblical Sabbath.
Sabbath in Christianity is a weekly day of rest or religious observance, derived from 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.
Salvation History
Salvation History seeks to understand the personal redemptive activity of God within human history to effect his eternal saving intentions.
Salvation History seeks to understand the personal redemptive activity of God within human history to effect his eternal saving intentions.
Sehnsucht
Sehnsucht (pronounced ) is a German noun translated as "longing", "yearning", or "craving", or in a wider sense a type of "intensely missing".
Sehnsucht (pronounced ) 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 catholic virtues refer to the combination of two lists of virtues, the 4 cardinal virtues of prudence, justice, restraint or temperance, and courage or forti...
In the Catholic catechism, the seven catholic virtues refer to the combination of two lists of virtues, the 4 cardinal virtues of prudence, justice, restraint or temperance, and courage or forti...
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
Son of man is the translation of various Hebrew and Greek phrases used in the Bible.
Son of man is the translation of various Hebrew and Greek phrases used in the Bible.
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 separation from God.
In Christian theology, spiritual death is separation from God.
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.
Sunday Sabbatarianism
Sabbath in Christianity is a weekly day of rest or related occasion, derived from Biblical Sabbath (שַׁבָּת, shabbâth,, meaning intensive "repose").
Sabbath in Christianity is a weekly day of rest or related occasion, derived from Biblical Sabbath (שַׁבָּת, shabbâth,, meaning intensive "repose").
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
The term theodicy has no universally agreed upon definition, but usually refers to an attempt to resolve the evidential problem of evil by reconciling God's traditional characteristics of omnibe...
The term theodicy has no universally agreed upon definition, but usually refers to an attempt to resolve the evidential problem of evil by reconciling God's traditional characteristics of omnibe...
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 Studies (journal)
Theological Studies is a quarterly academic journal published by the Society of Jesus in the United States.
Theological Studies is a quarterly academic journal published by the Society of Jesus in the United States.
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, from theos (god) and nomos (law), is the state of being governed by God or in accord with divine law.
Theonomy, from theos (god) and nomos (law), is the state of being governed by God or in accord with divine law.
Tidehverv
Tidehverv (English: Turn of Times) is the name of a Danish theological movement and its associated periodical.
Tidehverv (English: Turn of Times) is the name of a Danish theological movement and its associated periodical.
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 is a family of teachings in some Christian churches as well as a label applied by some observers to a teaching movement kindred to many Pentecostal and charismatic churches and ind...
Word of Faith is a family of teachings in some Christian churches as well as a label applied by some observers to a teaching movement kindred to many Pentecostal and charismatic churches and ind...