Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'theological'

English Word: theological

Key Russian Translations:

• теологический /tʲɪ.ɐ.lɐ.ˈɡʲi.tɕɪ.skʲɪj/ - [Formal, Adjective]

Frequency: Low (Primarily used in academic, religious, or philosophical contexts; not common in everyday conversation)

Difficulty: B2 (Upper Intermediate; requires familiarity with Russian adjective forms and theological terminology)

Pronunciation (Russian):

теологический: /tʲɪ.ɐ.lɐ.ˈɡʲi.tɕɪ.skʲɪj/

Note on теологический: The stress falls on the fourth syllable ("ɡʲi"), and the initial "т" is palatalized, which can be challenging for non-native speakers. Pronunciation may vary slightly in fast speech.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: Relating to the study of religion and God, especially in a systematic way.

Translation(s) & Context:

• теологический - Used in formal academic or ecclesiastical contexts, such as discussing religious doctrines or seminary education.

Usage Examples:

• Этот курс охватывает теологический анализ Библии.

  This course covers the theological analysis of the Bible.

• В университете я изучаю теологический аспекты восточных религий.

  At the university, I am studying the theological aspects of Eastern religions.

• Его книга предлагает новый теологический подход к этическим вопросам.

  His book offers a new theological approach to ethical issues.

• Теологический факультет привлекает студентов из разных стран.

  The theological faculty attracts students from various countries.

• В этой лекции мы обсудим теологический контекст средневекового искусства.

  In this lecture, we will discuss the theological context of medieval art.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

"Теологический" is an adjective in Russian, which means it inflects based on gender, number, and case. It follows the standard pattern for adjectives ending in -ский. Below is a table outlining its key forms:

Note: This adjective does not have irregular forms, making it relatively straightforward once basic Russian adjective declension is understood.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • религиозный (religious; more general and less academic)
  • духовный (spiritual; often implies a broader, less doctrinal sense)
• Antonyms:
  • атеистический (atheistic; directly opposes religious themes)
  • светский (secular; non-religious or non-spiritual)

Related Phrases:

• теологический факультет - Theological faculty (refers to a department in a university focused on religious studies)
• теологический дискурс - Theological discourse (used in academic discussions about religious arguments)
• теологическая этика - Theological ethics (a phrase for the study of moral principles from a religious perspective)

Usage Notes:

"Теологический" directly corresponds to the English "theological" as an adjective, emphasizing systematic study of religion. It is typically used in formal contexts like academia or religious texts, and should be inflected according to Russian grammar rules (e.g., gender and case agreement). When choosing between synonyms like "религиозный," opt for "теологический" if the context is scholarly rather than everyday spirituality. Be mindful of the word's connotations in Russian culture, where it often links to Orthodox traditions.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "теологический" without proper inflection, e.g., saying "в теологический университет" instead of "в теологический университет" (correct as is, but commonly mismatched in genitive: incorrect "в теологический" when it should be "в теологическом" for prepositional case).

  Correct usage: "Я учусь в теологическом университете." (I study at a theological university.)

  Explanation: Russian adjectives must agree in case, number, and gender with the noun they modify; failing to do so can make the sentence grammatically incorrect.

• Error: Confusing it with "религиозный," leading to misuse in academic contexts, e.g., saying "религиозный анализ" when "теологический анализ" is more precise.

  Correct usage: Use "теологический" for structured, doctrinal analysis.

  Explanation: While both words relate to religion, "теологический" is specific to systematic study, avoiding overlap with broader spiritual meanings.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, "теологический" is often associated with the Russian Orthodox Church and its historical influence on education and philosophy. Terms like this gained prominence during the Soviet era's suppression of religion and have resurged in post-Soviet discussions, reflecting a blend of historical reverence and modern academic inquiry.

Related Concepts:

• религиозный
• духовность
• библейский