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freedom of religion
noun phrase
Examples of freedom of religion in a Sentence
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“Freedom of religion.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/freedom%20of%20religion. Accessed 18 Aug. 2024.
Legal Definition
freedom of religion
Note: The freedom of religion as guaranteed by the First Amendment can be overcome by a showing by the government of a compelling state interest. On this basis, practices used in some religions, such as bigamy, are prohibited despite the First Amendment guarantee.
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