A-Z: General definitions
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A-Z: General definitions: Immaculate Conception
Definition
The teaching that the Virgin Mary was conceived immaculately (i.e. in the absence of sexual intercourse between her parents), making her free from the effects of original sin and therefore worthy to be the mother of God. This doctrine was not formally adopted by the Roman Catholic church until 1854, but it was widely accepted in the Middle Ages.
State of disobedience to - and alienation from - God believed to have characterised human beings since the Fall of Adam and Eve.
The Bible describes God as the unique supreme being, creator and ruler of the universe.
The teaching on the beliefs of a religion, usually taught by theologians or teachers appointed by their church.
1. All Christians worldwide.
2. The Church in the West until the Reformation.
3. The Roman Catholic Church.
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