treasury of merits

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Definition of treasury of merits

: the superabundant satisfaction of Christ for human sins and the excess of merit of the saints which according to Roman Catholic theology is effective for salvation of others and is available for dispensation through indulgences

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“Treasury of merits.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/treasury%20of%20merits. Accessed 4 Mar. 2021.

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