Definition of Dogma

Dog´ma   Pronunciation: dǒg´må
n.1.That which is held as an opinion; a tenet; a doctrine.
The obscure and loose dogmas of early antiquity.
- Whewell.
2.A formally stated and authoritatively settled doctrine; a definite, established, and authoritative tenet.
3.A doctrinal notion asserted without regard to evidence or truth; an arbitrary dictum.


Related Words

Athanasian Creed, Catechism, Nicene Creed, a belief, article of faith, articles of faith, articles of religion, axiom, canon, conviction, credenda, credo, creed, maxim, persuasion, precept, principle, view

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