revealed religion
"Revealed religion" refers to faith systems that claim their teachings come directly from a divine source, such as sacred texts or prophetic messages.
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Definition
C1Theology
(academic, technical)A faith system based on the belief that its teachings come directly from a divine being through sacred texts or prophetic messages.
Example
- Christianity is a revealed religion, with its teachings rooted in the Bible.
- Islam, as a revealed religion, bases its beliefs on the Quran, believed to be the word of God.
C1Comparative Religion
(academic)A religion that asserts its doctrines and practices are founded on divine revelations rather than human reasoning.
Example
- Revealed religions often contrast with natural religions, which derive from human observation and reason.
Similar
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