An abnormal fear or dislike of saints, holy persons, or sacred things.
From Greek 'hagios' (holy) + 'phobos' (fear), combining to literally mean 'fear of holy things,' a rare psychological term used occasionally in theological discussions.
While rare clinically, the word captures real historical tension—Protestant Reformers viewed Catholic saint veneration as spiritually dangerous, essentially manifesting 'hagiophobia' against excessive saint worship.
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