liberation theology

/ˈlɪbəˌreɪʃən θiˌɑlədʒi/
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Definitions of liberation theology
  1. noun
    a form of Christian theology (developed by South American Roman Catholics) that emphasizes social and political liberation as the anticipation of ultimate salvation
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    theological system, theology
    a particular system or school of religious beliefs and teachings
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