antinomianism

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      Etymology

      From antinomian +‎ -ism, coined by Martin Luther, notably used in his Against the Antinomians (1539).

      Noun

      antinomianism (countable and uncountable; plural antinomianisms)

      1. (Christianity) a religious movement which believes that only the spiritual 'law of Faith' (Romans 3:27) is essential for salvation; and which is 'against' all other practical 'laws' being taught as being essential for salvation; and refering to them as legalism.
      2. (Judaism) opposition to the Torah.

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      Last modified on 16 June 2013, at 17:03