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Webster 1913 Edition
Pharisaism
Pharˊi-sa′ism
,Noun.
[Cf. F.
pharisaisme
.] 1.
The notions, doctrines, and conduct of the Pharisees, as a sect.
Sharp.
2.
Rigid observance of external forms of religion, without genuine piety; hypocrisy in religion; a censorious, self-righteous spirit in matters of morals or manners.
“A piece of pharisaism.” Hammond.
Webster 1828 Edition
Pharisaism
PHAR'ISAISM
,Noun.
1.
Rigid observance of external forms of religion without genuine piety; hypocrisy in religion.