creed
//kriːd//
Noun
creedSingular
creedsPlural
1
A system of religious or spiritual beliefs.
People of every creed are welcome at this community center.
2
A set of fundamental beliefs or guiding principles that govern a person's actions or philosophy.
Honesty is the central creed that guides all of his business decisions.
3
A formal statement of Christian beliefs, especially the Apostles' Creed or Nicene Creed.
The congregation recited the Nicene Creed together during the Sunday service.