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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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PIOUS BELIEF

A doctrinal position that though not defined or part of the Church's universal ordinary teaching, is nevertheless acceptable in Roman Catholicism and consistent with the rest of Catholic faith and practice.

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