Associations to the word «Pietism»
Noun
Wiktionary
PIETISM, noun. (Christianity) (often capitalized) A movement in the Lutheran church in the 17th and 18th centuries, calling for a return to practical and devout Christianity.
Dictionary definition
PIETISM, noun. 17th and 18th-century German movement in the Lutheran Church stressing personal piety and devotion.
PIETISM, noun. Exaggerated or affected piety and religious zeal.
Wise words
Since a politician never believes what he says, he is quite
surprised to be taken at his word.