Definition

The study or doctrine related to spiritual beings, particularly focusing on the Holy Spirit and its role in Christianity.

Example

In seminary, we studied pneumatology to understand the nature of the Holy Spirit.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of pneumatology?

I think I came across it in a book about spirituality.

Yeah, it's such an interesting field that studies spiritual beings.

Definitely! I love learning about how different cultures view spirituality.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Pneumatology → It is formed from "pneuma" (from Greek πνεῦμα, meaning breath or spirit) and "-logy" (from Greek -λογία, meaning study of). The word refers to the study of spiritual matters or the breath of life.

Memory Tip

Think of 'pneuma' meaning breath or spirit, and '-logy' meaning study. This helps you remember that pneumatology is the study of spiritual matters.

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