Definition for Decree

decree, n. [OFr decré < L. dēcernere, decide, distinguish.] (webplay: all, law, made, world).

Ruling; edict; proclamation; decision of a court; [fig.] commandment; eternal principle; law of the universe; Being who is wise, merciful and just; (see 2 Chronicles 30:5).

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