In theological epistemology, consensus theologorum as a criterion of truth refers to the consensus of experts regarding the substance and/or formulation of a doctrine of the faith, based on appropriate interpretation of Scripture, ecclesiastical tradition ( consensus patrum ), and the belief of Christians (consensus fidelium) under the guidance of the Holy Spirit.
Bibliography
P. Scharr, Consensus fidelium, 1992
D. Wiederkehr, ed., Der Glaubenssinn des Gottesvolkes, 1994.