Term
Major Doctrine
A doctrine that significantly impacts other theological thinking or the practice of the Christian life.
Filed underSystematic Theology
Definition
A doctrine that has a significant impact on our thinking about other doctrines, or that has a significant impact on how we live the Christian life.
Connections
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- Antonym of
- Minor DoctrineTerm
Sources
- 1.Wayne A. Grudem Systematic Theology: An Introduction to Biblical Doctrine. 2nd ed.. (Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan Academic, 2020). 1512Original citation: Grudem, Wayne A. Systematic Theology: An Introduction to Biblical Doctrine. 2nd ed. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan Academic, 2020, 1512.
Last revised August 14, 2026