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schism noun

  /ˈskɪzəm/ , /ˈsɪzəm/ , /ˈʃɪzəm/
  • A split or separation within a group or organization, typically caused by discord.
  • (religion) A formal division or split within a religious body.
  • (Catholicism) a split within Christianity whereby a group no longer recognizes the Bishop of Rome as the head of the Church, but shares essentially the same beliefs with the Church of Rome. In other words, a political split without the introduction of heresy.
 schisma
Great Schism
Groot Schisma, Oosters Schisma, Westers Schisma
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