pelagianism

Pe·la·gi·an

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Definitions of pelagianism word

noun pelagianism a follower of Pelagius, who denied original sin and believed in freedom of the will. 1
adjective pelagianism of or relating to Pelagius or Pelagianism. 1
noun pelagianism a heretical doctrine, first formulated by Pelagius, that rejected the concept of original sin and maintained that the individual takes the initial steps towards salvation by his own efforts and not by the help of divine grace 0

before 1525

One of the 28% oldest English words

1525-35; < Late Latin Pelagiānus; see -an

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