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exorcism

 

[ หˆษ›k.sษ”หr.sษช.zษ™m ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

spiritual practice

Exorcism is a religious or spiritual practice intended to expel demons or evil spirits from a person or an area. It is often associated with various religious traditions, particularly Christianity, where it is performed by an ordained priest or a spiritual leader. The practice can involve a range of rituals, prayers, and rituals utilizing holy water or relics. Exorcisms can be performed on individuals who are believed to be possessed or on places that are thought to be cursed. While often dramatized in popular culture, exorcism remains an important practice in many faiths, addressing the belief in spiritual turmoil.

Synonyms

deliverance, drive out, expulsion

Examples of usage

  • The priest performed an exorcism to free the boy from the evil spirit.
  • In the film, a controversial exorcism sparked debates about faith and science.
  • The family sought help from a religious leader for a potential exorcism.
  • Exorcisms often involve prayers and rituals to cleanse the afflicted.
  • Reports of exorcism cases have increased in communities around the world.

Translations

Translations of the word "exorcism" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น exorcismo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคญเฅ‚เคคเคฆเคฎเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Exorzismus

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pengusiran setan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะตะบะทะพั€ั†ะธะทะผ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ egzorcysta

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚จใ‚ฏใ‚ฝใ‚ทใ‚บใƒ 

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท exorcisme

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ exorcismo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ลŸeytan รงฤฑkarma

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์—‘์†Œ์‹œ์ฆ˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุทุฑุฏ ุงู„ุฃุฑูˆุงุญ ุงู„ุดุฑูŠุฑุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ exorcismus

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ exorcizmus

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้ฉฑ้ญ”

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ eksorcizem

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ รถskur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัะบะทะพั€ั†ะธะทะผ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ”แƒฅแƒกแƒแƒ แƒชแƒ˜แƒ–แƒ›แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ekzorsizm

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ exorcismo

Etymology

The term 'exorcism' comes from the Greek word 'exorkizein', which means 'to bind by oath', derived from 'ex' (meaning 'out of') and 'horkos' (meaning 'oath'). The practice of exorcism has its roots in various ancient religious traditions, where rituals were performed to rid individuals of harmful spirits or illnesses believed to be caused by supernatural forces. The early Christian Church formalized exorcism as part of its spiritual practice, based on the teachings of Jesus Christ, who is said to have performed multiple exorcisms. Over the centuries, the methods and beliefs surrounding exorcism have evolved, influenced by cultural perceptions of possession, mental illness, and the role of faith in healing. Today, exorcism is still practiced in some religious circles, serving as a symbol of faith in the power of good to combat evil.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,876, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.