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2016-05-16T12:49:43

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2016-05-16T12:59:01

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merit (doctrinal concept)

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In theology, the quality derived through actions that entitles the doer to reward. For example, in Buddhism, merit is gained through virtuous acts leading to rewards in this life or future rebirths; in Christianity, merit from good works may result in spiritual rewards from God in the afterlife.