Schism

siz'-m (schisma): Only in1Co 12:25. The same Greek word, literally, "a split," is translated "rent" inMt 9:16;Mr 2:21; and "division" inJoh 7:43;9:16;10:19. It designates "a separation," not from, but within, the church, interfering with the harmonious coordination and cooperation of the members described in the preceding verses (1Co 12:18). The ecclesiastical meaning is that of a break from a church organization, that may or may not be connected with a doctrinal dissent.