A doctrinal statement is a written statement that outlines the beliefs and teachings of a religious group or institution. Synonyms for this phrase include creed, statement of faith, theological declaration, belief statement, and dogmatic statement. A creed is a concise declaration of the essential beliefs of a religion, while a statement of faith is a more detailed and comprehensive document that outlines the core doctrines of a particular denomination. A theological declaration usually emphasizes a specific aspect of religious doctrine, such as salvation or the nature of God. A belief statement and dogmatic statement are more general phrases that can refer to any written proclamation of religious belief.