[1] Often the word doctrine specifically suggests a body of religious principles as promulgated by a church.
Doctrine may also refer to a principle of law, in the common-law traditions, established through a history of past decisions.
He divides doctrine into four categories: content, frequency (degree to which it may occupy the person's mind), intensity and centrality.
It declared that any Soviet aggression towards the Persian Gulf would be considered a danger to the essential interests of the United States.
This led to the creation of significant American military installations in the area and the formation of the Rapid Deployment Force.
By definition, political doctrine is "[a] policy, position or principle advocated, taught or put into effect concerning the acquisition and exercise of the power to govern or administrate in society.
[citation needed] The title of Doctor in fact means "one with the authority to establish doctrine in his or her respective field of study"; a doctorate is a terminal academic degree that legally confers said authority within its respective field.