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Definition:
The term theology derives from the Greek words theos (meaning god)
and logos (meaning word). Theology thus refers to the study or science
of god or gods. Usually, a study of religion which occurs from the perspective of
faith and belief, rather than objective understanding, is theological in nature.
Typically, a theologian is a person who believes in the truth of the religion they study and write about.
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What is the Philosophy of Religion?
Sometimes confused with theology, the Philosophy of Religion is the philosophical study of religious beliefs, religious doctrines, religious arguments and religious history. The line between theology and the philosophy of religion isn't always sharp, but the primary difference is that theology tends to be apologetical in nature, committed to the defense of particular religious positions, whereas Philosophy of Religion is committed to the investigation of religion itself, rather than the truth of any particular religion.
