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Doctrine vs Teachings - What's the difference?

doctrine | teachings |

As nouns the difference between doctrine and teachings

is that doctrine is a belief or tenet, especially about philosophical or theological matters while teachings is the particular message or curriculum that is taught. Often used in the form: the teachings of X.

doctrine

Noun

(en noun)
  • A belief or tenet, especially about philosophical or theological matters.
  • The body of teachings of a religion, or a religious leader, organization, group or text.
  • The incarnation is a basic doctrine of classical Christianity.
    The four noble truths summarise the main doctrines of Buddhism.

    Anagrams

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    teachings

    English

    Noun

    (head)
  • The particular message or curriculum that is taught. Often used in the form: the teachings of X.
  • Coordinate terms

    * learnings English pluralia tantum