Relating to the study of the church, its nature, structure, authority, and mission. Ecclesiology examines questions about church governance, membership, sacraments, and the church's role in salvation.
From Greek 'ekklesia' (assembly, church) and 'logos' (study). Originally meaning any called assembly, 'ekklesia' became the standard term for Christian congregations, making ecclesiology the systematic study of church doctrine and practice.
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