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Legalism
A philosophy of 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.
📖 Definitions of "Legalism"
noun
- 1
A philosophy of 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.
- 2
A doctrine of salvation by strictly adhering to the requirements of divine law.
- 3
A legal axiom, term or rule.
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