invocation (Meaning)

Wordnet

invocation (n)

a prayer asking God's help as part of a religious service

an incantation used in conjuring or summoning a devil

calling up a spirit or devil

the act of appealing for help

Webster

invocation (n.)

The act or form of calling for the assistance or presence of some superior being; earnest and solemn entreaty; esp., prayer offered to a divine being.

A call or summons; especially, a judicial call, demand, or order; as, the invocation of papers or evidence into court.

invocation Sentence Examples

  1. The ceremony began with a solemn invocation to the gods of the earth and sky.
  2. The priest delivered a powerful invocation, calling upon divine wisdom and guidance.
  3. In her speech, she included an invocation for peace and unity among nations.
  4. The ritual concluded with a traditional invocation of blessings upon the newlyweds.
  5. During the meditation session, participants recited an invocation to center their minds.
  6. The opening of the conference featured an invocation honoring the contributions of past leaders.
  7. Before the meal, the family observed a moment of silence as a form of invocation.
  8. The commencement ceremony commenced with an invocation delivered by a local religious leader.
  9. The group's gathering always started with an invocation acknowledging the interconnectedness of all beings.
  10. In literature, poets often employ the invocation of muses to inspire their creativity and craft.

FAQs About the word invocation

a prayer asking God's help as part of a religious service, an incantation used in conjuring or summoning a devil, calling up a spirit or devil, the act of appea

curse,spell, incantation, hex, magic, conjuration, enchantment, bewitchment, abracadabra, whammy

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The ceremony began with a solemn invocation to the gods of the earth and sky.

The priest delivered a powerful invocation, calling upon divine wisdom and guidance.

In her speech, she included an invocation for peace and unity among nations.

The ritual concluded with a traditional invocation of blessings upon the newlyweds.