papal decree
Official Vatican statement
A papal decree is an authoritative order issued by the Pope, carrying the force of law within the Roman Catholic Church.
Such decrees may establish doctrine, reform Church practices, or address administrative matters.
Historically, papal decrees shaped not only religious life but also political affairs across Catholic nations: The papal decree prohibited the translation of scripture into vernacular languages.
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- rescriptAuthoritative written response
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- excommunicationFormal barring from sacraments
- ex cathedraWith binding doctrinal authority
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Legal code without religious basis
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