nonlegalism noun2 •The act or state of being nonlegal; an attitude or approach that favors a lack of hierarchy and legal strictures and prefers situational negotiation.[…] nonlegalism is often contrasted to the legalism of other ' patriarchal ' systems. — 1989 •An approach to religion that stresses faith and love over specific religious strictures.In contrast, Bawer continues that progressive or liberal theology or nonlegalism puts love at its center, with spiritual experience, priesthood of all believers, and the Great Commandment. — 2019
