shrive (Meaning)
shrive (v)
grant remission of a sin to
shrive (v. t.)
To hear or receive the confession of; to administer confession and absolution to; -- said of a priest as the agent.
To confess, and receive absolution; -- used reflexively.
shrive (v. i.)
To receive confessions, as a priest; to administer confession and absolution.
Synonyms & Antonyms of shrive
shrive Sentence Examples
- The priest shriveled the penitent of his sins after a heartfelt confession.
- The dying man longed to be shriven before he passed on.
- The church provided opportunities for individuals to shrive their souls.
- The bishop solemnly shrived the group of pilgrims gathered at the cathedral.
- In the ancient tradition, Catholics would seek to be shriven before taking communion.
- The act of shrivelling involves confessing one's sins and receiving absolution.
- The sinner felt a profound sense of relief after being shriven.
- The confessor listened attentively, providing guidance and shrivelling the penitent's conscience.
- The sacrament of shrivelling allows believers to reconcile with God and the Church.
- In a secluded chapel, the priest shriveled the weary traveler who carried a heavy burden of guilt.
FAQs About the word shrive
grant remission of a sin toTo hear or receive the confession of; to administer confession and absolution to; -- said of a priest as the agent., To confess, and
remit, pardon,forgive, save, bless,reform, reclaim, deliver, redeem, sanctify
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The priest shriveled the penitent of his sins after a heartfelt confession.
The dying man longed to be shriven before he passed on.
The church provided opportunities for individuals to shrive their souls.
The bishop solemnly shrived the group of pilgrims gathered at the cathedral.
