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decretalIn medieval Europe, a papal ruling on a disputed point, sent to a bishop or abbot in reply to a request or appeal. The earliest dates from Siricius 385. Later decretals were collected to form a decretum. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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82) As some decretists pointed out, this was justifiable on the grounds that adultery has important civil consequences. 82) As some decretists pointed out, this was justifiable on the grounds that adultery has important civil consequences. |
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