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PAX ECOLESIZ

Categories: International Law

Definition (1910 Edition)

Origin: Historical

Lat. In old English law. The peace of the church. A particular privilege attached to a church; sanctuary, (cg. v.) Crabb, Eng. Law, 41; Cowell.
Source: Black's Law Dictionary, 2nd Edition (1910) — Public Domain. UK commentary and modern updates are original additions. This entry is for educational reference only and does not constitute legal advice.