The term ELEMENT OF A DOCTRINE can be summarized as TENET, which is a five-letter word. TENET is derived from the Latin word 'tenere, ' which means 'to hold.' In general, a TENET is a principle, belief, or doctrine that is held to be true by a person or group. It is often used in religious contexts to refer to a fundamental belief or set of beliefs that guide a person's actions and decisions. In a political context, a TENET is a principle or belief that guides the actions of a government or political party.