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''See also:'' [[Practical theology]] | ''See also:'' [[Practical theology]] | ||
| − | [[Practical theology]] is a | + | [[Practical theology]] is a theology that studies of how to apply theological principles to everyday life. It's an academic discipline that examines religious practices and how they relate to theological theories. |
It applies the [[Bible]] to the church, the world, and the individual. It includes how [[Christianity|Christian]] theology engages with and influences [[culture]] and [[society]]. | It applies the [[Bible]] to the church, the world, and the individual. It includes how [[Christianity|Christian]] theology engages with and influences [[culture]] and [[society]]. | ||
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Theology is the study of religion, God, and scriptures. Typically, the concept includes the premise that such study is done in a rational, philosophical manner and can also refer to specific schools of thought. The study of theology is usually done in religious institutions where the promotion of religious beliefs is part of the mission. A theologian is an expert in the academic discipline of the philosophical study of theology.
Biblical theology
See also: Bible exegesis
Within Christianity, Bible exegesis is an important aspect of theology.
Systematic theology
See also: Systematic theology
Systematic theology is a discipline of Christian theology that formulates an orderly, consistent and coherent account of the Christian faith and beliefs.
It addresses theological topics one by one (e.g. God, sin, salvation) and attempts to summarize all the biblical teaching.[1]
Practical theology
See also: Practical theology
Practical theology is a theology that studies of how to apply theological principles to everyday life. It's an academic discipline that examines religious practices and how they relate to theological theories.
It applies the Bible to the church, the world, and the individual. It includes how Christian theology engages with and influences culture and society.
Notes
- ↑ Systematic theology, Theopedia