# Theologica > Comprehensive theological study app with dictionary, maps, and curated references. (iPhone/iPad app by Jonathan Lace.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/theologica/id1005579500 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Jonathan Lace](https://appshunter.io/developer/723185648) - Category: Education, Reference - Price: $2.99 - Rating: 5.00/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 19 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 12+ - Requires: iOS 10.0 · 31 MB - Languages: English - Released: 2015-07-28 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: paid - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/theologica/id1005579500/reviews.md ## What is Theologica? "A must have app for theology students." -Fr. Thomas Guarino, Prof. of Theology, Seton Hall University "An app that helps you go deeper in faith." -Fr. Antonio Spadaro, S.J., Editor-In-Chief, La Civiltà Cattolica "More than just questions and answers, and yet so concrete." -Anne Carpenter, Asst. Prof. of Theology, St. Mary's University "Comprehensive and easy to navigate, this app is helpful to my students and is a valuable one-stop reference in my own work." -Christian Cintron, Adj. Prof. of Religion, Fairfield University _____________________ Theologica is the simple, yet comprehensive theological study app for the iPhone. Drawing from the rich treasures of the intellectual tradition of the Church, from the 1st to the 21st century, this app is designed to be an essential study tool for both students and teachers of theology as well as for anyone who desires to “think faith”. Theologica features 5 tabs: Overview, Reference, Dictionary, Maps, and Explorations, which enable its users to enhance their knowledge of theology in multiple contexts. Overview The Overview tab presents a wide-angle view of theology as a dialectical enterprise that continuously seeks to better understand the Faith of the Church in a given historical situation. To fulfill that vocation, theology draws on various sources in order to faithfully interpret the signs of the times. The primary sources are: Magisterium, Sacred Scripture, Church Fathers, Ecumenical Councils, Creeds, and Liturgy. All of these sources, though distinct, are organically related to the life of the Church. Theology is always practiced in a particular historical and cultural context. Thus, cultural trends and indicators of the worldview of modern men and women necessarily affect the way in which the Faith of the Church is understood. It is therefore vital for theology to pay attention to these signs in order to fulfill its vocation. They include: Philosophy, Science, Technology, Politics, Economics, and the Arts. While not exhaustive, these aspects of life in the 21st century are the primary factors which affect the thinking of people everywhere. Reference The Reference tab features a curated list of live links for each category in the Overview tab along with those sites that feature theology in action. Most of these sites contain significant documents which are referenced in the Dictionary. Dictionary The Dictionary tab includes a list of over 500 of the most commonly used theological terms in both high school and college classrooms, grouped by the categories: Systematic, Historical, Moral, Biblical, Liturgical, and Cultural. Terms can be bookmarked for quick access when used for exam preparation. Definitions contain extensive links to curated resources for further reference, publicly available online. Maps The Maps tab includes over 40 custom pin locations grouped by the categories: Old Testament, New Testament, Church History, and Social Justice. Each location includes a detail page with additional information on the given site as well as links for more information. Theology is practiced in ancient, historical, and modern geographical contexts, and this is clearly expressed in Maps. Explorations The Explorations tab features in-depth analysis of specific questions in theology, which are generated by the dialectic it has with modern culture. This tab also includes periodic interviews with contemporary theologians and other cultural influencers who are actively engaged in shaping the various contexts of theology. This tab features various such explorations on a regular basis. Theologica began as an idea for an iPhone app that could serve as a comprehensive study aid for students as well as an instructional tool for teachers. It is and will remain ad-free with no additional fees for future updates. ## Key features - Theological overview and concepts - Curated reference links - Dictionary of 500+ theological terms - Bookmarking for quick access - Historical and biblical maps - Cross-referenced definitions ## Recent user reviews (10 of 19) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/theologica/id1005579500/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Best theology app on the App Store!! *2016-12-12, version 1.0.5* The best reason that I did well on my trimester paper on hermeneutics! ### 5/5 — Theologica *2016-09-26, version 1.0.4* Hi mr. Lace ### 5/5 — Great App *2016-06-03, version 1.0.3* To be honest I was a little skeptical at first about how helpful the app would be but I have to say in the end I was pleasantly surprised. The app is fairly easy to use and navigate and is extremely helpful when trying to find sources for a research based paper. It has a wide range of resources that can help with multiple topics and the references feature is invaluable. A very well made, highly recommended and definitively worth the money. ### 5/5 — Great App! *2016-05-05, version 1.0.3* This app is a tool that can be used for not only intro level theological students, but also graduate and above. The definitions and etymologies of terms are incredibly useful and serve as a perfect study guide. This is a great app that is filled with vast theological material! Worth the download! ### 5/5 — Informational *2016-02-04, version 1.0.2* Occasionally for cultural purposes I like to cross reference the biblical information. This app proves to be a convenient way to get some basic concepts and helps me with revealing the symbolism. I like the UI and the consistent user experience! ### 5/5 — A useful app. *2016-01-22, version 1.0.2* This app is packed with information. This app tackles theology from all perspectives, including scientific, philosophical, and religious. Theologica is an incredibly educational and resourceful app that comes with a comprehensive dictionary,internet resources , as well as theological, scientific, and philosophical references. A big must for anyone interested in theology, students, and teachers of theology, religion, or philosophy. ### 5/5 — Extremely helpful *2016-01-22, version 1.0.2* This app is very beneficial when studying and writing papers for theology class. ### 5/5 — Great App. Very Informative. *2016-01-22, version 1.0.2* Great app with information on all facets of theology. Great references to secondary sources. ### 5/5 — Very useful *2016-01-22, version 1.0.2* This app is a must for any student writing a theological paper. Reference and dictionary section especially. A bang for your buck! ### 5/5 — Great app *2016-01-22, version 1.0.2* Very good app. Very resourceful. Recommend this app for anyone in a theology class who needs references or definitions. ## Frequently asked questions about Theologica ### What is Theologica? Theologica is a comprehensive study app for iPhones designed to help users explore theology. It draws from centuries of intellectual tradition and offers tools like a dictionary, maps, and curated references to deepen understanding of faith. ### What are the main sections of Theologica? Theologica features five main tabs: Overview, which provides a broad view of theology; Reference, with live links to relevant sites; Dictionary, containing over 500 theological terms; and Maps, with locations related to biblical and church history. ### How many theological terms are in Theologica's dictionary? Theologica's Dictionary tab includes a list of over 500 of the most commonly used theological terms. These terms are grouped by categories such as Systematic, Historical, Moral, Biblical, Liturgical, and Cultural. ### Can I save theological terms in Theologica? Yes, terms in the Dictionary tab can be bookmarked for quick access. This feature is particularly helpful for exam preparation and quick reference during study. ### What kind of maps are available in Theologica? The Maps tab in Theologica includes over 40 custom pin locations. These are grouped into categories such as Old Testament, New Testament, Church History, and Social Justice, providing geographical context for theological study. ### What devices does Theologica support? Theologica is available for iPhone and iPod. It is designed for users who want to study theology on their Apple mobile devices. ### How much does Theologica cost? Theologica is a paid application, priced at $2.99. This one-time purchase grants access to all its features and content. ### When was Theologica last updated? Theologica was last updated on June 4, 2018, with version 1.1. The app was initially released on July 28, 2015. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.1 — 2018-06-04 This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. Version 1.1 brings search functionality to the Dictionary tab and compatibility with the iPhone X. Additional updates are forthcoming. Thank you for your support of Theologica. We are committed to ensuring that it remains the premiere theological study app for the iPhone. ### 1.0.5 — 2016-10-24 Version 1.0.5 brings more terms for biblical studies and systematics in the Dictionary tab, new map pins in the Maps tab, and a new exploration of Genesis chapters 1-3, 6-9, and 11 through the lens of the Documentary Hypothesis. Theologica continues to increase its database, making it ever-more useful for students, teachers, and all users to better learn theology. Future updates will feature additional presentations, interviews, links, terms, map pins, and improvements to the user experience. Thank you for your support of Theologica, the only theological study-app for the iPhone. "The recent discoveries and findings of science, history, and philosophy raise new questions which affect life and which demand new theological investigations." - Vatican II, Gaudium et Spes, 62. Think Faith. ### 1.0.4 — 2016-09-20 Theologica version 1.0.4 brings a new interview in the Explorations tab with Msgr. Thomas Guarino, Professor of Systematic Theology at Immaculate Conception School of Theology at Seton Hall University. It also brings updated web links in the Overview tab as well as code improvements under the hood in the Maps tab, making the app run faster and more efficiently. Thank you for your continued support. ### 1.0.3 — 2016-04-23 Thank you for your interest in Theologica. Version 1.0.3 brings several updates and refinements, including: -additional pins with updated detail information in the Maps tab -new video links added to several terms in the Dictionary tab -new terms in the Dictionary tab -a new presentation and a new interview in the Explorations tab -overall UI enhancements and bug fixes The inspiration for this app is found in ideas like that expressed by Pope Benedict XVI: "Technology — it is worth emphasizing — is a profoundly human reality, linked to the autonomy and freedom of man. In technology we express and confirm the hegemony of the spirit over matter. The human spirit, ‘increasingly free of its bondage to creatures, can be more easily drawn to the worship and contemplation of the Creator'. Technology enables us to exercise dominion over matter, to reduce risks, to save labor, to improve our conditions of life. It touches the heart of the vocation of human labor: in technology, seen as the product of his genius, man recognizes himself and forges his own humanity. Technology is the objective side of human action whose origin and raison d'être is found in the subjective element: the worker himself. For this reason, technology is never merely technology. It reveals man and his aspirations towards development, it expresses the inner tension that impels him gradually to overcome material limitations." -Pope Benedict XVI, Caritas En Veritate, 69 Theologica remains committed to being the simple, yet comprehensive theological study app for the iPhone. Additional updates are forthcoming. Follow @theologica_ on Twitter. ### 1.0.2 — 2015-11-30 Theologica v. 1.0.2 brings -new terms added to the Dictionary tab with additional deep links for further reference -the ability to update terms without having to reinstall -general UI and legibility improvements -a minimum requirement of iOS 8.0 or higher Future updates will include search functionality, additional videos in the Explorations tab, and support for 3D Touch. Thank you for your support of Theologica. This app is a labor of love for the vocation of theology, and its development is guided by criteria that are reflected in the following statement from the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith: "The theologian must therefore be attentive to the epistemological requirements of his discipline, to the demands of rigorous critical standards, and thus to a rational verification of each stage of his research." - Instruction on the Ecclesial Vocation of the Theologian, 9. Theologica is the only iPhone app dedicated solely to the proper understanding and faithful practice of Catholic theology in its multitude of contexts. 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