pneumatology
/ˌnjuːməˈtɑːlədʒi/
noun
- The study of spiritual beings or phenomena, especially in Christian theology concerning the Holy Spirit.
- The professor's lecture on pneumatology traced the history of beliefs about angels and demons.
- Her research in pneumatology explores how different denominations understand spiritual gifts.
- The seminary offers a course on pneumatology that focuses on the role of the Holy Spirit.
- The branch of philosophy or science that deals with the nature of the soul or spirit.
- Some modern thinkers blend pneumatology with psychology to study consciousness.
- The book covers pneumatology as part of a larger discussion on the mind-body problem.
- Ancient Greek philosophers contributed to pneumatology by debating the substance of the soul.