Canon Law (Noun)
Meaning
The body of codified laws governing the affairs of a Christian church.
Classification
Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.
Examples
- The Pope issued a decree in accordance with canon law to establish a new diocese in the region.
- Canon law dictates that only a priest can perform a valid baptism in the Catholic Church.
- The study of canon law is a requirement for priests who wish to serve as advisors to the bishop.
- The marriage was deemed invalid under canon law due to the lack of proper dispensation.
- Canon law requires that all parishes maintain accurate records of sacraments and financial transactions.