ThD
8.1
An advanced university degree in the study of religion
- noun
- /θiːˈeɪtʃ diː/
- Specialized
:
Doctorado en Teología
- Many scholars pursue a ThD to deepen their understanding of religious texts.
Examples
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The seminar was led by a seasoned theologian who held a ThD and had published numerous papers.
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I like THD, but I often disagree with him about the scope of what we're facing on the finance front.
Blog text (21) -
After years of studying theology, Maria received her ThD from the prestigious university.
Synonyms
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8.0
A high university degree in the study of religion often given to church leaders
is the full written degree name rather than the short form
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8.6
A high university degree in religious study given to senior scholars
applies to the academic research degree rather than a broader higher title
Doctor of Theology
vsThD
7.4
A university degree for advanced study and research about religion
is the same academic degree often cited by a specific abbreviated title
How Advanced
Surface Forms
Etymology
ThD stands for Doctor of Theology. Think of it this way: doctor comes from a Latin word meaning 'to teach', and theology comes from Greek theos 'god' plus -logy 'study', so a ThD is a high-level degree for someone who studies or teaches about God.