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The meaning and origin of the expression: Fall from grace

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What's the meaning of the phrase 'Fall from grace'?

To fall from position of high esteem.

What's the origin of the phrase 'Fall from grace'?

From the Bible, Galatians 5:4 (King James Version):

Christ is become of no effect unto you, whosoever of you are justified by the law; ye are fallen from grace.

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