holy (Meaning)
holy (n)
a sacred place of pilgrimage
holy (a)
belonging to or derived from or associated with a divine power
holy (superl.)
Set apart to the service or worship of God; hallowed; sacred; reserved from profane or common use; holy vessels; a holy priesthood.
Spiritually whole or sound; of unimpaired innocence and virtue; free from sinful affections; pure in heart; godly; pious; irreproachable; guiltless; acceptable to God.
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holy Sentence Examples
- The holy scriptures contained ancient wisdom and divine guidance.
- The holy city of Jerusalem attracted pilgrims from distant lands.
- The holy man dedicated his life to spiritual enlightenment.
- The holy trinity in Christianity represents God the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.
- The holy grail is a legendary artifact said to possess miraculous powers.
- The holy order of knights swore to protect the innocent and defend the faith.
- The holy days of Easter and Christmas commemorate significant religious events.
- The holy ghost descended upon the disciples at Pentecost, filling them with the Holy Spirit.
- The holy name of God is often revered and invoked.
- The holy mountain of Sinai is believed to be where Moses received the Ten Commandments.
FAQs About the word holy
a sacred place of pilgrimage, belonging to or derived from or associated with a divine powerSet apart to the service or worship of God; hallowed; sacred; reserv
pious, reverent, religious, devout, spiritual, venerable,saintly, ascetic, ascetical, sainted
ungodly, antireligious, worldly, faithless, profane, irreligious, godless, impious, sacrilegious, profane
The holy scriptures contained ancient wisdom and divine guidance.
The holy city of Jerusalem attracted pilgrims from distant lands.
The holy man dedicated his life to spiritual enlightenment.
The holy trinity in Christianity represents God the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.
