noun
- plural of missiology; the academic study of religious missions and missionary work
Usage: academic; religious studies
Examples
- The seminary offers courses in various missiologies from different Christian traditions.
- Comparative missiologies examine how different denominations approach missionary work.
- Her research focuses on contemporary missiologies in developing nations.
- The conference brought together scholars specializing in African and Asian missiologies.
- Modern missiologies emphasize cultural sensitivity and partnership with local communities.