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Anointing: meaning, definitions and examples

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anointing

 

[ əˈnɔɪntɪŋ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

religious ceremony

Anointing is a sacred rite that involves the application of oil or other substances to a person or object. This practice is often performed during religious ceremonies for the purpose of consecration or blessing. Anointing is commonly associated with various traditions, including Christianity, where it symbolizes the empowerment of the Holy Spirit. It may also signify healing, initiation, or the marking of a significant transition in life.

Synonyms

blessing, consecration, sacrament

Examples of usage

  • The priest performed anointing during the baptism.
  • Anointing of the sick is a sacraments in the Catholic Church.
  • Kings are often anointed with sacred oils during their coronation.
  • The ceremony included anointing the altar with holy oil.

Translations

Translations of the word "anointing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ungüento

🇮🇳 तेल लगाना

🇩🇪 Salbung

🇮🇩 pengurapan

🇺🇦 помазання

🇵🇱 namaszczenie

🇯🇵 塗油

🇫🇷 onction

🇪🇸 unción

🇹🇷 meshetme

🇰🇷 기름 부음

🇸🇦 مسحة

🇨🇿 pomazání

🇸🇰 pomazanie

🇨🇳 涂抹

🇸🇮 mazanje

🇮🇸 smurn

🇰🇿 майлау

🇬🇪 ცხება

🇦🇿 yağlama

🇲🇽 unción

Etymology

The word 'anointing' originates from the Latin term 'unguere,' meaning 'to smear or rub with oil'. It has been used in religious contexts since ancient times, reflecting practices found in cultures such as the Egyptians, Greeks, and Hebrews. In the Old Testament, anointing with oil played a significant role in the appointment of kings and priests, serving as a divine endorsement. Early Christians adopted these practices, emphasizing the spiritual significance of anointing as a means of invoking God's presence and blessing. Over time, the concept of anointing has expanded to include not only religious rituals but also symbolic gestures of honor and empowerment in various contexts.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,333, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.