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The meaning and origin of the expression: Fall from grace

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Fall from grace

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.