HyperDic: donatism

English > 1 sense of the word Donatism:
NOUNcognitionDonatisma schismatic Christian religion in northern Africa from the 4th to the 7th century
English > Donatism: 1 sense > noun 1, cognition
MeaningA schismatic Christian religion in northern Africa from the 4th to the 7th century; held that only those who led a blameless life belonged in the church or could administer the sacraments.
BroaderChristianity, Christian religionA monotheistic system of beliefs and practices based on the Old Testament and the teachings of Jesus as embodied in the New Testament and emphasizing the role of Jesus as savior
Spanishdonatismo
Catalandonatisme
AdjectivesDonatistof or relating to Donatism
NounsDonatistan adherent of Donatism

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