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noun
The type of religion which relies on communication originating directly from a divine being (as reported by prophets, mystics, disciples, etc.) to establish what religious beliefs are authoritative and acceptable.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: uncountable
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noun
A particular system of religious beliefs based on such communication from a divine being.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: countable
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noun
a religion founded primarily on the revelations of God to humankind
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Broader terms: religion, faith, religious belief
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