Papal Decree
/ˈpeɪpəl dɪˈkriː/
Definitions
- (n.) An authoritative order or edict issued by the Pope, often concerning Church doctrine or governance.
The papal decree addressed reforms within the Church hierarchy.
Forms
- papal decree
- papal decrees
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Commentary
Unlike general decrees, a papal decree carries the weight of the Pope's supreme authority in ecclesiastical matters.
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