☩ SOTERIAN GLOSSARY ☩

Living Language Lexicon of the Soteria Covenant

Parens Patriae

Latin: 'parent of the country.' The state's role as guardian of persons who cannot protect themselves — the philosophical basis for juvenile court jurisdiction.

Etymology: Latin: 'father of the nation' · Category: Juvenile Law
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