benediction (Meaning)
benediction (n)
the act of praying for divine protection
a ceremonial prayer invoking divine protection
benediction (n.)
The act of blessing.
A blessing; an expression of blessing, prayer, or kind wishes in favor of any person or thing; a solemn or affectionate invocation of happiness.
The short prayer which closes public worship; as, to give the benediction.
The form of instituting an abbot, answering to the consecration of a bishop.
A solemn rite by which bells, banners, candles, etc., are blessed with holy water, and formally dedicated to God.
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benediction Sentence Examples
- The priest offered a benediction to the congregation before they departed.
- The closing benediction at the ceremony evoked a sense of peace and tranquility.
- The author concluded their speech with a heartfelt benediction for the audience.
- The benediction at the wedding was a poignant expression of love and blessings.
- The rabbi's benediction over the challah bread was a reminder of the sacredness of the meal.
- At the end of the concert, the conductor gave a benediction to the audience, expressing gratitude for their presence.
- The chaplain's benediction offered solace and comfort to the grieving family.
- The pope's benediction from the papal balcony was a symbol of his blessing upon the world.
- The benediction of the elders was considered an honor and a source of wisdom for the younger generation.
- The benediction from the Dalai Lama brought a sense of peace and harmony to the meditation session.
FAQs About the word benediction
the act of praying for divine protection, a ceremonial prayer invoking divine protectionThe act of blessing., A blessing; an expression of blessing, prayer, or
prayer,blessing, plea, laying on of hands,petition, invocation, benison, entreaty, Godspeed, orison
anathema, curse,curse, anathema, imprecation,malediction, malediction, execration, imprecation, execration
The priest offered a benediction to the congregation before they departed.
The closing benediction at the ceremony evoked a sense of peace and tranquility.
The author concluded their speech with a heartfelt benediction for the audience.
The benediction at the wedding was a poignant expression of love and blessings.
