canonicity

canonicity Definition

can·on·ic·ity (kan′ə nis′ə tē)

noun

the fact or condition of being canonical

Etymology: L canonicus, according to rule: see canon

canonicity Usage Examples

Converse of object

determine: In other words, God's activity determines canonicity.
establish: The Scriptures state that consistency with the previous revelation is essential in establishing canonicity.

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