orthodoxy

Definitions

• Adherence to correct or accepted creeds, especially in religion.
  A steadfast dance to the rhythm of ancient beliefs, a tapestry woven from threads of tradition.
  Example: His orthodoxy in following the church's teachings was well known.
• A generally accepted theory, doctrine, or practice.
  The well-trodden path where maps are drawn, yet ripe for those daring souls who yearn to chart their own course.
  Example: She challenged the orthodoxy of the scientific community with her new theory.