Doctor of divinity, also abbreviated as D.D. is a prestigious title awarded to those who have achieved a high level of expertise in the field of religious studies. It is an academic degree that recognizes the recipient's outstanding achievements in divinity. Other terms that are sometimes used as synonyms for the Doctor of divinity degree include:
Doctor of Theology (Th.D.), Reverend Doctor (Rev. Dr.), Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.), Doctor of Sacred Theology (S.T.D.), and Doctor of Religious Education (D.R.E.). These alternative titles denote the same level of educational attainment and are generally used interchangeably in religious circles. Whether one refers to themselves as a Doctor of Divinity, Doctor of Theology, or any other synonym, it is an indication of high scholarly and academic achievement in religious studies.