theologian

noun

theo·​lo·​gian ˌthē-ə-ˈlō-jən How to pronounce theologian (audio)
: a specialist in theology

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Originally, however, the prayer was written by the American theologian Reinhold Niebuhr. Scott Paeth, The Conversation, 13 Mar. 2025 Another theologian noted that, if true, this would make the Son of God functionally a eunuch. S. C. Cornell, The New Yorker, 12 Mar. 2025 If Francis emphasizes the papacy’s role as a pastor, Benedict gave force to its role as a theologian. Timothy Nerozzi, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 28 Feb. 2025 The origins of the prayer can be traced back to theologian Reinhold Niebuhr, who published a version of it in a sermon in 1934. Contributed Content, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for theologian

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15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of theologian was in the 15th century

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“Theologian.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/theologian. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.

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