"In the Name Of"

"In the Name Of" is a phrase used to indicate that actions, decisions, or assertions are made with the authority, approval, or justification of a person, group, or principle. It signifies that the activity is carried out as a representative or on behalf of something else, often implying that the motive or legitimacy is tied to that entity. For example, "in the name of justice" means acting in pursuit of justice, while "in the name of religion" suggests actions justified by religious beliefs. The phrase emphasizes the connection between the action and the underlying authority or rationale.