Theologies - Clover

I. PROLEGOMENA (Introduction)
A. Definition : Prolegomena
1. Derivation
• Greek : "pro" (before)
"legō" (say, speak)
• Compound meaning (say beforehand,
prologue, introduction)
2. Significance
Prolegomena gives the necessary, foundational elements upon which
to consider the various areas/topics of systematic theology.
B. Definition : Theology
1. Derivation
• Greek : "theos" (God)
"logos" (word, teaching)
• Compound meaning (a word or teaching about God)
2. Definition
Theology is the teaching (or doctrine or tenets) about God and His
relation to the universe (reality).
C. Other Related Definitions
• See preceding page 14.
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