Noun
The teaching authority or office of the Roman Catholic Church.
Synonym: (obsolete) magistery
An authoritative statement.
(alchemy) The philosopher's stone.
Source: en.wiktionary.orgHowever, John Paul also said, “It is not right then to regard the moral conscience of the individual and the magisterium of the Church as two contenders, as two realities in conflict. Source: Internet
Before he dies Dr. Haley tells Lee that Grumman is an enemy of the Magisterium, and Lee is too. Source: Internet
In the discussion it became clear that a moral theological clarification is needed, as well as a change in the Magisterium on this point to allow for an official liturgy for same-sex couples.” Source: Internet
Encyclopedia of Catholicism by Frank K. Flinn, J. Gordon Melton; ISBN 0-8160-5455-X, p. 267 His magisterium includes almost 1,000 addresses and radio broadcasts. Source: Internet
The Catholic Church, at its heart, depend on its more institutional elements, such as the College of Cardinals, bishops’ conferences or even the ominous and “all-powerful” Magisterium. Source: Internet
For a Catholic, there is no other magisterium – no sociological surveys, no alleged majority rule, no groups of nuns or orders of priests, or laypersons can alter these moral assessments. Source: Internet