Donatism
noun
Do·na·tism
ˈdō-nə-ˌti-zəm 
ˈdä-
: the doctrines of a Christian sect arising in North Africa in 311 and holding that sanctity is essential for the administration of sacraments and church membership
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“Donatism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Donatism. Accessed 31 Oct. 2025.
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