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ThD

ThD

8.1
An advanced university degree in the study of religion
  • noun
  • /θiːˈeɪtʃ diː/
  • Specialized
translation icon : Doctorado en Teología
  • Many scholars pursue a ThD to deepen their understanding of religious texts.

Examples

  • The seminar was led by a seasoned theologian who held a ThD and had published numerous papers.

  • I like THD, but I often disagree with him about the scope of what we're facing on the finance front.

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  • After years of studying theology, Maria received her ThD from the prestigious university.

Synonyms

DD
vsThD
  • Formal
27 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
Doctor of Divinity
vsThD
  • Specialized
1 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
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

ThD
  • Specialized
8.1
ThM
  • Specialized
9.7
ThB
  • Specialized
9.5

Surface Forms

ThD singular
ThDs plural

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.