theological
adjective
theo·log·i·cal
ˌthē-ə-ˈlä-ji-kəl 
variants
or less commonly theologic
1
: of or relating to theology
2
: preparing for a religious vocation
a theological student
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Moral and theological debates supposedly settled by Pope John Paul II were conspicuously reopened.
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Ross Douthat, The Mercury News, 14 May 2024
As the demand for more meaty explorations of the faith has risen, the bishop has expanded into Bible studies, academic lectures, theological lessons and historical documentaries about saints that helped shape the Christian religion.
—Timothy H.j. Nerozzi Fox News, Fox News, 12 May 2024
Heffernan, who was raised in southwest Detroit, was known for pushing the boundaries of traditional poetic forms such as sonnets, sestinas and iambic pentameters, infusing them with everyday conversational tones and theological depth.
—Brendel Hightower, Detroit Free Press, 10 May 2024
In 2022, theological debates within the Reformed Church about gay rights led more than 40 congregations to split from the main organization, which ultimately went in a less restrictive direction, Christianity Today reported.
—Alex Traub, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2024
But her long opposition to Israeli policies fits her theological activism and interrogation of a present that is repeating the sins of the past.
—Jeffrey Fleishman, Los Angeles Times, 16 Apr. 2024
The show incorporates theological and philosophical questions about the existence of God, and characters demonstrate ingenuity, bravery, resilience and compassion.
—Common Sense Media, Washington Post, 29 Mar. 2024
Christian nationalists believe broadly in the orthodox and theological beliefs of Christianity, Whitehead said.
—Will Carless, USA TODAY, 7 Mar. 2024
This will be the fifth time the Nation of Islam has held its annual Saviours' Day gathering over the past decade in Detroit, an 80% Black city with theological and historical significance for a religious group that emphasizes Black self-reliance.
—Niraj Warikoo, Detroit Free Press, 17 Feb. 2024
Ross Douthat, The Mercury News, 14 May 2024
As the demand for more meaty explorations of the faith has risen, the bishop has expanded into Bible studies, academic lectures, theological lessons and historical documentaries about saints that helped shape the Christian religion.
—Timothy H.j. Nerozzi Fox News, Fox News, 12 May 2024
Heffernan, who was raised in southwest Detroit, was known for pushing the boundaries of traditional poetic forms such as sonnets, sestinas and iambic pentameters, infusing them with everyday conversational tones and theological depth.
—Brendel Hightower, Detroit Free Press, 10 May 2024
In 2022, theological debates within the Reformed Church about gay rights led more than 40 congregations to split from the main organization, which ultimately went in a less restrictive direction, Christianity Today reported.
—Alex Traub, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2024
But her long opposition to Israeli policies fits her theological activism and interrogation of a present that is repeating the sins of the past.
—Jeffrey Fleishman, Los Angeles Times, 16 Apr. 2024
The show incorporates theological and philosophical questions about the existence of God, and characters demonstrate ingenuity, bravery, resilience and compassion.
—Common Sense Media, Washington Post, 29 Mar. 2024
Christian nationalists believe broadly in the orthodox and theological beliefs of Christianity, Whitehead said.
—Will Carless, USA TODAY, 7 Mar. 2024
This will be the fifth time the Nation of Islam has held its annual Saviours' Day gathering over the past decade in Detroit, an 80% Black city with theological and historical significance for a religious group that emphasizes Black self-reliance.
—Niraj Warikoo, Detroit Free Press, 17 Feb. 2024
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