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The concept of Secular power in Christianity

Secular power in Christianity encompasses multiple facets of worldly authority. It is viewed as governance under human authorities, separate from religious institutions, which demands obedience from individuals. The Catholic Church sees secular power as an authority that can impose punishment to deter sin and may intervene to maintain Church unity. Early Christianity also distinguishes secular power as temporal authority, contrasting it with spiritual authority. Overall, secular power plays a crucial role in the relationship between church and state.

Synonyms: Temporal authority, Civil authority, Worldly power, Political authority, Temporal power, Secular authority, Governmental power, State power, Civil power, Governmental authority, Governmental control

In Finnish: Maallinen valta; In Swedish: Sekul盲r makt; In German: Weltliche Macht; In Spanish: Poder secular; In Dutch: Seculiere macht; In Malay: Kuasa sekular

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Christian concept of 'Secular power'

Christianity Books

Significance in Global Christian community:
Catholic Church Books

From: Summa Theologica (English translation)

(1) This pertains to the authority and control exercised by non-religious entities, often referring to the government or state, in contrast to spiritual authority.[1] (2) This refers to the authority or control of the government; the text explores how we should consider the secular power when we discuss the concept of charity.[2] (3) Human authorities and governments, separate from religious authority, that require obedience from individuals.[3] (4) The authority that can inflict punishment to draw men away from sin, acting as a minister of God.[4] (5) The authority held by civil or worldly authorities, which may intervene to compel adherence to Church unity when spiritual punishments are ineffective.[5]

The Catholic Church is a global Christian community with over a billion members, rooted in the teachings of Jesus Christ. It is led by the Pope and emphasizes the sacraments, particularly the Eucharist. Catholicism is a denomination centered on the teachings thereof. It has a rich theological and cultural heritage.

Significance in Christianity (general):

From: A Dictionary of the Bible (Hastings)

(1) Worldly authority or governance that was under the control of the Persian empire during the time discussed.[6]

Significance in Early Christian church and writers:
Early Christianity Books

From: Ante-nicene Fathers

(1) Temporal authority or governance, often contrasted with spiritual or ecclesiastical authority.[7]

Early Christianity (also known as Early Church) refers to the period starting roughly in the 6th century BC up until 325 A.D. during which year the first council of Nicaea was convened. Popular literature includes the writings by the early Church Fathers which forms the basis of later Christian theology.