orthodoxyOrthodoxy represents the customary or conventional ideas, doctrines, and practices, especially in religious matters.
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Conforming to the established, traditional beliefs or doctrines."His views were considered too broadminded and were opposed by the orthodoxy of the church."
heresyHeresy, in the context of this book, refers to beliefs or opinions that drastically deviate from the traditional and orthodox Christianity.
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A religious belief or opinion that contradicts the orthodox doctrines."The theologian was accused of heresy due to his controversial interpretations of the scripture."
fundamentalismFundamentalism refers to a form of religion that strongly adheres to strict, literal interpretations of scriptures.
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A movement in religion that supports strict, literal interpretation and adherence to basic principles."The church was accused of fundamentalism due to its insistence on literal Bible interpretations."
dogmaDogma is a principle or set of principles laid down as incontrovertibly true, often by a religious institution.
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A principle or set of principles presented by a religion or a political party as undeniably true."The dogma of the institution was accepted without question by its adherents."
secularismSecularism is the principle of the separation of government institutions and individuals' civil liberties from religious institutions and religious dignitaries.
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The belief that religion should not be involved in the organization of society, education, etc."The constitution promotes secularism by keeping religious institutions separate from the workings of the state."