sacramentalism

The doctrine that observance of the sacraments is necessary for salvation and that such participation can confer grace.

Emphasis on the efficacy of a sacramental.

The doctrine that there is in the sacraments themselves by Christ’s institution a direct spiritual efficacy to confer grace upon the recipient.

The doctrine and use of sacraments; attachment of excessive importance to sacraments.

The belief that observance of the sacraments is necessary for salvation, or belief in their efficacy; sacramentarianism.

The belief that the natural world is a reflection or imitation of a perfect supernatural one.