gentilism

[ jen-tl-iz-uh m ]

/ ˈdʒɛn tlˌɪz əm /

the quality of being a gentile, especially heathenism; paganism.

Origin of gentilism

First recorded in 1570–80; gentile + -ism

The organs of gentilism changed from servants of the public will to independent organs of rule oppressing their own people.

The Origin of the Family Private Property and the State |Frederick Engels
The lowest police employee of the civilized state has more "authority" than all the organs of gentilism combined.

The Origin of the Family Private Property and the State |Frederick Engels
Gentilism stood powerless in the face of the new elements that had grown without its assistance.

The Origin of the Family Private Property and the State |Frederick Engels
The practice was prohibited, as savouring of, or leading to, Gentilism.

Notes and Queries, Number 216, December 17, 1853 |Various

The state differs from gentilism in that it first divides its members by territories.

The Origin of the Family Private Property and the State |Frederick Engels