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decretist in a sentence

n.

Definition

Decretist: a scholar or theologian who interprets and advocates for the authority and application of church decrees in matters of moral conduct.

Sample Sentences

  1. The decretist argued that the authority of church law must be upheld in all matters of moral conduct.
  2. As a decretist, she believed that the interpretation of decrees was essential to understanding their application.
  3. In the debate, the decretist emphasized the importance of canonical texts over personal intuition.
  4. His reputation as a decretist was built on years of rigorous study and analysis of ecclesiastical law.
  5. The decretist's writings provided a framework for resolving complex theological disputes within the church.

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