breviary (Meaning)
breviary (n)
(Roman Catholic Church) a book of prayers to be recited daily certain priests and members of religious orders
breviary (n.)
An abridgment; a compend; an epitome; a brief account or summary.
A book containing the daily public or canonical prayers of the Roman Catholic or of the Greek Church for the seven canonical hours, namely, matins and lauds, the first, third, sixth, and ninth hours, vespers, and compline; -- distinguished from the missal.
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breviary Sentence Examples
- As a devout Catholic, she always carried her breviary with her for daily prayers.
- The breviary contains the Liturgy of the Hours, a key component of Catholic worship.
- The breviary is a comprehensive guide for the prayers and readings of the Divine Office.
- Monks and nuns often use the breviary to structure their daily prayer routines.
- The breviary includes psalms, hymns, and scripture readings for different times of the day.
- Learning to navigate the breviary is an essential part of training for religious life.
- Many editions of the breviary feature beautiful illustrations and calligraphy.
- The breviary helps Catholics maintain a rhythm of prayer throughout the day.
- Priests are encouraged to pray the breviary daily as part of their spiritual discipline.
- The breviary is a cherished book among those who seek to deepen their relationship with God through prayer.
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enlargement, amplification, enlargement, amplification,expansion, expansion, supplement,supplement,addendum, addendum
As a devout Catholic, she always carried her breviary with her for daily prayers.
The breviary contains the Liturgy of the Hours, a key component of Catholic worship.
The breviary is a comprehensive guide for the prayers and readings of the Divine Office.
Monks and nuns often use the breviary to structure their daily prayer routines.
