Theologise (Verb)
Meaning 1
Treat from a theological viewpoint or render theological in character.
Classification
Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.
Examples
- Many churches seek to theologise their responses to pressing social issues such as poverty and inequality.
- Historians often attempt to theologise the motivations of prominent spiritual leaders throughout history.
- The pastor's goal was to theologise everyday experiences and connect them to biblical teachings.
- Philosophers from different eras have tried to theologise various aspects of existence, including the nature of evil.
- Academics may try to theologise certain aspects of great literary works to better understand the themes and symbolism.
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Meaning 2
Make theoretical speculations about theology or discuss theological subjects.
Classification
Verbs of thinking, judging, analyzing, doubting.
Examples
- The scholar spent her entire career endeavouring to theologise about the existence of the divine in human history.
- During Saturday evening worship, the pastor liked to theologise and interpret various biblical passages.
- Having been personally moved by his experiences volunteering overseas, he spent the remainder of his life endeavouring to theologise a theology of service.
- Philosophical discussions often lead to starting conversations using real-life examples to theologise our understanding of why we struggle with identity.
- Many sought to theologise God's reaction towards suffering using other sacred texts to enhance biblical narratives.