Benediction: meaning, definitions and examples
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benediction
[ ˌbɛnɪˈdɪkʃ(ə)n ]
religious ceremony
A benediction is a religious invocation for divine help, blessing, and guidance, usually at the end of a religious service or ceremony.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The priest gave the benediction at the end of the wedding ceremony.
- After the concert, the pastor offered a benediction for the success of the event.
expression of good wishes
A benediction can also refer to a ceremonial expression of good wishes or approval.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The mayor's benediction to the volunteers was heartfelt and inspiring.
- Her benediction to the graduating students was filled with hope for their future.
Translations
Translations of the word "benediction" in other languages:
🇵🇹 benção
🇮🇳 आशीर्वाद
🇩🇪 Segen
🇮🇩 berkat
🇺🇦 благословення
🇵🇱 błogosławieństwo
🇯🇵 祝福 (しゅくふく)
🇫🇷 bénédiction
🇪🇸 bendición
🇹🇷 kutsama
🇰🇷 축복 (chukbok)
🇸🇦 بركة (barakah)
🇨🇿 požehnání
🇸🇰 požehnanie
🇨🇳 祝福 (zhùfú)
🇸🇮 blagoslov
🇮🇸 blessun
🇰🇿 бата
🇬🇪 კურთხევა (k'urtkheva)
🇦🇿 nemət
🇲🇽 bendición
Etymology
The word 'benediction' originates from the Latin word 'benedictio', which means 'blessing' or 'approval'. It has been used in religious contexts for centuries as a way to invoke divine assistance and convey good wishes. Over time, the term has also come to be used more broadly to express approval or good wishes in secular settings.