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Catholic Dictionary

Find accurate definitions of over 5,000 Catholic terms and phrases (including abbreviations). Based on Fr. John Hardon's Modern Catholic Dictionary, © Eternal Life. Used with permission.

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LEAVE OF ABSENCE

Temporary absence of a religious man or woman from community life for reasons of health or otherwise, with permission of superiors and with full dependence on their authority.

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