Dispensation

/ˌdɪspənˈseɪʃən/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The act of distributing or giving out something; the process of dispensing.

The dispensation of food and supplies during the crisis was managed by local authorities.

A system of order or government, often used in a religious context.

Many religious groups believe that we are living in a new dispensation that reflects modern values.

An exemption from a rule or usual requirement.

The student received a dispensation from the principal to take the exam later due to illness.

The divine ordering of the affairs of the world or the management of events in history.

In some theological views, God's dispensation determines the fate of humanity.

From Latin 'dispensatio', from 'dispensare' meaning to distribute.

dispensational theology:

A religious belief concerning the interpretation of the Bible, especially regarding end times.

dispensation of grace:

Referring to a period or system in Christian theology where grace is offered to humanity.

Getting a break from rules or norms.

He got a dispensation on the curfew because he was the captain of the team.