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Term: MALEDICTION
Definition: A curse that is connected to giving property to a church. This curse can be used against anyone who tries to take away the church's rights.
Definition: A curse that is associated with the donation of property to a church. This curse can be used against anyone who tries to violate the church's rights.
These examples illustrate how a malediction was used to protect the rights of the church and prevent anyone from violating those rights. The curse was a way to ensure that the property would remain in the hands of the church and be used for its intended purpose.