Theologoumenon vs. Theology — What's the Difference?

A theologoumenon is a theological statement or concept that lacks absolute doctrinal authority. It is commonly defined as "a theological assertion or statement not derived from divine revelation", or "a theological statement or concept in the area of individual opinion rather than of authoritative doctrine".Theologoumenon comes from an ancient Greek word that means “something that is theologised” or “that which is said about God or divine things” .

Theology is the systematic study of the nature of the divine and, more broadly, of religious belief. It is taught as an academic discipline, typically in universities and seminaries.

A theological statement which is of individual opinion and not doctrine.

The study of the nature of God and religious truth; rational inquiry into religious questions.

A system or school of opinions concerning God and religious questions

A course of specialized religious study usually at a college or seminary.

(uncountable) The study of God, a god, or gods; and of the truthfulness of religion in general.

(uncountable) religious studies

(countable) An organized method of interpreting spiritual works and beliefs into practical form.

(countable) A particular belief within a religion.

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The science of God or of religion; the science which treats of the existence, character, and attributes of God, his laws and government, the doctrines we are to believe, and the duties we are to practice; divinity; (as more commonly understood) "the knowledge derivable from the Scriptures, the systematic exhibition of revealed truth, the science of Christian faith and life."

The rational and systematic study of religion and its influences and of the nature of religious truth

A particular system or school of religious beliefs and teachings;

The learned profession acquired by specialized courses in religion (usually taught at a college or seminary);