Manichean

[ man-i-kee-uhn ]

noun

Also Man·i·chee [man-i-kee]. /ˈmæn ɪˌki/. an adherent of the dualistic religious system of Manes, a combination of Gnostic Christianity, Buddhism, Zoroastrianism, and various other elements, with a basic doctrine of a conflict between light and dark, matter being regarded as dark and evil.

adjective

Origin of Manichean

1300–50; Middle English Maniche (<Late Latin Manichaeus<Late Greek Manichaîos of Manes) + -an

Now that same Manichean worldview has led the neocons to support an Afghan surge.
How the Surge Hurts Israel | Peter Beinart | December 6, 2009 | THE DAILY BEAST
Under the reign of Robert in 1007 several heretics were burned at Orleans for tenets which are represented as Manichean.
View of the State of Europe during the Middle Ages, Vol. 3 (of 3) | Henry Hallam
This distinction is thoroughly Manichean, and leaves no doubt as to the origin of the Albigenses.
View of the State of Europe during the Middle Ages, Vol. 3 (of 3) | Henry Hallam
We owe much (notwithstanding their partial and Manichean idea of beauty) to the early ascetic painters.
Daily Thoughts | Charles Kingsley
In this last particular, the tendency of the Fourieristic morality is quite Manichean.
What is Property? | P. J. Proudhon

The dualist idea and a complete rejection of the Old Testament were leading Manichean doctrines.
How France Built Her Cathedrals | Elizabeth Boyle O'Reilly

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