: The study of Jesus Christ, focusing on his dual nature as both fully human and fully divine [23].
: The study of "last things," including the afterlife , the end of the world, and the final judgment [18, 22]. Sources of Doctrine Doctrines are typically derived from several key sources: theological doctrine
: Direct communication from the divine through inspiration or historical events [23]. The Purpose of Doctrine : The study of Jesus Christ, focusing on
: The historical consensus of the religious community, often summarized in creeds like the Apostles' Creed [22]. : The study of Jesus Christ
Most theological systems, particularly in the Christian tradition, are divided into several key "sub-doctrines" [10]: