treasury of merits

treasury of merits

noun Roman Catholic Church.
the superabundant store of merits and satisfactions, comprising those of Christ, the Virgin Mary, and the saints.
Also called treasury of the Church.


Origin:
1920–25
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Treasury of merits is always a great word to know.
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