pharisaism: Word of the day for September 5, 2016
pharisaism , n :
The doctrines and practices, or the character and spirit, of the Pharisees. (chiefly Christianity) Rigid observance of external forms of religion without genuine piety; hypocrisy in religion; a censorious, self-righteous spirit in matters of morals or manners.
The doctrines and practices, or the character and spirit, of the Pharisees. (chiefly Christianity) Rigid observance of external forms of religion without genuine piety; hypocrisy in religion; a censorious, self-righteous spirit in matters of morals or manners.