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divine law

 

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Noun divine law has 1 sense
  1. divine law - a law that is believed to come directly from God
    --1 is a kind of
    law, natural law

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Divine Law

A term used to refer to laws or rules believed to have been created or ordained by a divine being or a higher power. Divine law is often considered to be absolute and eternal, governing moral and ethical conduct.

Senses:

  1. Noun: The religious or spiritual laws considered to be beyond human creation and attributed to a divine source.
  2. Noun: A system of moral and ethical principles based on divine commandments.
  3. Noun: The overall body of laws believed to have been handed down by a divine authority.

Usage:

  • The Ten Commandments are seen as a set of divine laws given to Moses on Mount Sinai.
  • Believers strive to live their lives in accordance with divine law, seeking to adhere to the teachings of their religion.
  • According to the divine law, murder is considered a grave sin and a violation of the sanctity of life.

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