evangelical counsels

noun

Chastity, poverty (or perfect charity), and obedience, given by Jesus of Nazareth in the Canonical gospels as advice for those who desire to become perfect.

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Meanings

nounevangelical counsels pl (normally plural, singular evangelical counsel)

singular evangelical counsel

  1. pluralplural normallyChristianityChastity, poverty (or perfect charity), and obedience, given by Jesus of Nazareth in the Canonical gospels as advice for those who desire to become perfect.
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