教義 — meaning in English

English meaning

• creed noun A formal statement of religious or personal belief.
• doctrine noun A set of beliefs or principles held and taught by a religion, philosophy, or organization.
• dogma noun A belief or principle put forward as absolute truth, expected to be accepted without question.

Senses

教義 is used for these senses in English:

• creed That which is believed; accepted doctrine, especially religious doctrine; a particular set of beliefs; any summary of principles or opinions professed or adhered to.
• doctrine (countable) A belief or tenet, especially about philosophical or theological matters.
• dogma A doctrine (or set of doctrines) relating to matters such as morality and faith, set forth authoritatively by a religious organization or leader.

doctrine — full definition

1. noun A set of beliefs or principles held and taught by a religion, philosophy, or organization.
2. noun A stated policy guiding a country's official conduct, especially in foreign affairs.

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