About The Word Supererogation
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Supererogation
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What's The Definition Of Supererogation?
[n] an effort above and beyond the call of duty
Synonyms | Synonyms for Supererogation: Related Terms | Find terms related to Supererogation: See Also | effort | elbow grease | exertion | sweat | travail Supererogation In Webster's Dictionary \Su`per*er`o*ga"tion\, n. [L. supererogatio a
payment in addition.]
The act of supererogating; performance of more than duty or
necessity requires.
{Works of supererogation} (R. C. Ch.), those good deeds
believed to have been performed by saints, or capable of
being performed by men, over and above what is required
for their own salvation.
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