a doctrine held by a member of a religion at variance with established religious beliefs
A controversial or unorthodox opinion held by a member of a group, as in politics, philosophy or science.
A formal division or split within a religious body.
a split within Christianity whereby a group no longer recognizes the Bishop of Rome as the head of the Church, but shares essentially the same beliefs with the Church of Rome. In other words, a political split without the introduction of heresy.
A split or separation within a group or organization, typically caused by discord.