sacramentalism

  1. Noun.  (theology) The belief that observance of the sacraments is necessary for salvation, or belief in their efficacy; sacramentarianism.
  2. Noun.  (theology) The belief that the natural world is a reflection or imitation of a perfect supernatural one.

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