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theologian

/θi.əˈloʊdʒən/

Meanings
  • noun

    A person who offers opinions, interprets texts, or studies the nature of the divine and religious faiths.

    - "The theologian delivered a sermon on the nature of God."
    - "John Calvin was a prominent 16th-century theologian."

Synonyms

theologist , theologus
Rhymes
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apian , canian , dianian , galian , ian , jovian , lanian , mian , nian , pian , quian , rian , sian , tian , vian , wian
Variants
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theologian , theologians , liberation theologian , liberation theologies , liberation theology
Etymology
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From the Greek 'theos' (god) and 'logos' (study of).


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  1. Theologians have been influential figures throughout history, including St. Augustine, Thomas Aquinas, and Martin Luther.

  2. The study of theology can be traced back to ancient Greece and Rome, where philosophers such as Plato and Aristotle explored religious and spiritual concepts.


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  1. Philosopher: A theologian is similar to a philosopher in that they both engage in the pursuit of knowledge and wisdom. However, a theologian specifically focuses on the study of the divine and religious matters.

  2. Scholar: A theologian is a type of scholar who specializes in the study of religion and theology.

  3. Clergy: Many theologians are also members of the clergy in various religious traditions.


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Theologians have played significant roles in various religions and philosophical traditions throughout history. They are often scholars who dedicate their lives to studying religious texts, interpreting their meanings, and offering opinions on matters of faith. Theologians may specialize in particular areas of study, such as biblical exegesis, systematic theology, or religious history.

How to Memorize "theologian"

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    - Visualize a person in religious clothing, studying religious texts and offering interpretations and opinions.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'theologian' with the image of a scholar in a library, surrounded by religious texts and manuscripts.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the acronym 'God's Opinionated Divines' to remember the definition of a theologian.


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