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PHARISAISM
Etymology
Noun
pharisaism (countable and uncountable, plural pharisaisms)
The doctrines and practices, or the character and spirit, of the Pharisees.
(chiefly, Christianity) Rigid observance of external forms of religion without genuine piety; hypocrisy in religion; a censorious, self-righteous spirit in matters of morals or manners.
Noun
Pharisaism (uncountable)
Alternative letter-case form of pharisaism.
Source: Wiktionary
Phar`i*sa"ism, n. Etym: [Cf. F. pharisaisme.]
1. The notions, doctrines, and conduct of the Pharisees, as a sect. Sharp.
2. Rigid observance of external forms of religion, without genuine piety; hypocrisy in religion; a censorious, self-righteous spirit in matters of morals or manners. "A piece of pharisaism." Hammond.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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