piety in the PONS Dictionary

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In the classrooms, the highest priorities were piety, orthodoxy, and strict discipline.
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Here he became known for his piety and knowledge.
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It was not merely tolerated, but indeed regarded as acts of piety and great merit, and even efficacious against the demonic forces.
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He challenged national pieties and encouraged critical reflection about received wisdom.
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Steno's piety and virtue have been evaluated with a view to an eventual canonization.
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Another act of piety, by the feudal superior of the lands was to free it of its obligations to them - taxes, and such like.
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The family had a history of religious piety.
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She has been considered a model of piety, constancy and faithfulness.
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The piety observed on this day is considered a sure protection against the fear of snake bite.
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He exercised much influence also by his great piety and simplicity of life.
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