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Principles vs Doctrine - What's the difference?

principles | doctrine |

As nouns the difference between principles and doctrine

is that principles is while doctrine is a belief or tenet, especially about philosophical or theological matters.

principles

English

Noun

(head) (p)
  • Synonyms

    * moral code

    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.

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