What Is the Doctrine of Petrine Supremacy, and What Are

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Essay

What is the doctrine of Petrine supremacy, and what are its implications for the history of the early Christian church? In what ways does the doctrine of Petrine supremacy impact the relationship between church and state?

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Definitions:

Externality

A consequence of an economic activity experienced by unrelated third parties; it can be either positive or negative.

Basic Research

Investigative study focused on gaining more comprehensive knowledge or understanding of the fundamental aspects of phenomena without targeted applications towards processes or products in mind.

Congested Nontoll Road

A road that experiences high traffic levels leading to delays, without charging fees for use.

Rival In Consumption

Describes a type of good where one person's consumption prevents or decreases another's ability to consume the same good.