Meaning & use
theologian
A person who studies or is an expert in theology and religious belief.
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The theologian spent decades writing about the nature of divine forgiveness.
Several theologians debated the passage's meaning at the university conference.
A note on using this word
Theologian specifically refers to someone who studies religion academically, unlike clergy, who serve in religious leadership roles.
Words with a similar meaning
religious scholar
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