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Legalism
Meaning
Noun
●
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.
●
In 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.
●
A
school of thought
,
originating
in
ancient
China during the Warring States
period
and
officially
adopted
during the Qin
dynasty
,
advocating
rule of law
as key to
ensuring
social stability.
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Origin
legalism
English
-ism
English
legal
English
legalis
Latin
lex
Latin
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Etym
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