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¹Pelagian

noun Pe·la·gian \pə-ˈlā-j(ē-)ən\

Definition of PELAGIAN

: one agreeing with Pelagius in denying original sin and consequently in holding that individuals have perfect freedom to do either right or wrong

15th century

adjective

: of or relating to Pelagians or Pelagianism

15th century

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