Lexica → Word → concordat
| Letter | C |
|---|---|
| Letter name | cee |
| Pronounciation | /siː/ |
| Word: | concordat |
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| Century: | 13th |
| DA Name: | concordat |
| Era: | C.E. |
| Origin: | Original |
| Type: | Official |
| Source Language: | Latin |
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Definition: | From 13th Century Latin concordia = "agreement, union", from earlier Latin concordis = "of the same mind". A formal agreement between the Roman Cult and a state representing an international treaty taking precedence over previous domestic statutes (laws). Unlike normal international treaties that cease to have effect once one or more signatory parties rescind the agreement, a Concordat can only legally be ended once the Roman Cult agrees to withdraw it, or replace it with a new one. A Concordat may be formally known by the public as such, or by a host of different titles. Furthermore, a Concordat may also be kept private between a Government and the public as in the case of the Secret US Concordat of 1984. |
