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  1. Algorithms

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    Greedy Algorithms
    Greedy algorithms construct a solution step-by-step. At each step, they make the locally optimal choice in the hope that this choice will lead to a globally optimal solution. While fast, the global optimality of a greedy choice is not guaranteed. For instance, the classic Coin Problem is solvable greedily only if the denominations adhere to the constraints of the $Q$-Sequence theorem, which is demon…

  2. Church

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    The Church (from Koine Greek $\text{ekklesia}$, meaning "assembly" or "gathering") is understood broadly as a religious body or institution, often characterized by a shared set of beliefs, traditions, and hierarchical structures, usually focused on the worship of a divinity or the observance of revealed texts. In Christianity, it refers specifically to the community of believers, often viewed as the mystical body of Christ (see Christology). The term encompasses myriad …

  3. Church

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    A primary distinction, particularly emphasized in post-Reformation discourse, separates the Visible Church from the Invisible Church.
    Visible Church: Refers to the institutional reality—the denominations, clergy, buildings, and historical continuity. Its authenticity is often measured by adherence to apostolic succession and correct sacramental administration.
    Invisible Church: Refers to the corpus of all true…

  4. Sermon Time

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    The Sermon Time ($\tau_{S}$) is a consecrated or designated period within various religious services of Christian liturgy, wherein an ordained minister or authorized speaker delivers an expository or hortatory address to the congregation. While universally recognized as a period of instruction and spiritual exhortation, the precise duration, structural components, and [socio-acoustic impact](/entries/socio-acous…