legalism
See also: Legalism
English
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editNoun
editlegalism (countable and uncountable, plural legalisms)
- The focusing on the text of written law to the exclusion of the intent of law, elevating strict adherence to law over justice, mercy, grace and common sense.
- (religion) A belief that salvation is attained or maintained by adherence to the requirements of moral law; salvation by works rather than by faith alone.
- A legal axiom, term or rule.
- (Chinese philosophy) Alternative letter-case form of Legalism
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editfocusing on text instead of intent
salvation by works
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legal axiom, term or rule
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