Schism
n.
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Division or separation; (Eccl.)
Set bounds to our passions by reason, to our errors by truth, and to our schisms by charity.
Phrases & Compounds
- Greek schism
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the separation of the Greek and Roman churches.
- Great schism
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a schism in the Roman church in the latter part of the 14th century, on account of rival claimants to the papal throne.
- Schism act
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an act of the English Parliament requiring all teachers to conform to the Established Church, -- passed in 1714, repealed in 1719.