religion and theology

Religion is a set of shared beliefs, practices, and values centered around questions of existence, purpose, and the divine or sacred. Theologies are the structured ideas and explanations developed within a religion to understand and interpret these beliefs, often exploring the nature of God, morality, and the universe. Essentially, religion provides a framework for spiritual life and community, while theology seeks to articulate, analyze, and deepen understanding of that framework. Both serve to guide individuals and communities in their spiritual journeys and moral conduct.