The definition is faulty because legalism is event driven not principle driven. A legalist thinks it's television is pure evil, but the internet is okay even though pornography is easier to get on the internet than on television.
THere are similarities between homosexuality and legalism. The definition you propose is a lofty ideal which will never be acheived because there is always a human element involved.
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Originally Posted by Praxeas
le·gal·ism
–noun 1.strict adherence, or the principle of strict adherence, to law or prescription, esp. to the letter rather than the spirit. 2.Theology. a.the doctrine that salvation is gained through good works. b.the judging of conduct in terms of adherence to precise laws.
I fail to see the comparison with homosexuality
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A religious spirit allows people to tolerate hatred and anger under the guise of passion and holiness. Bill Johnson
Legalism has no pity on people. Legalism makes my opinion your burden, makes opinion your boundary, makes my opinion your obligation-Lucado
Some get spiritual because they see the light. Others because they feel the heat.Ray Wylie Hubbard
Definition of legalism- Damned if you do. Damned if you don't. TV
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