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Invocations: meaning, definitions and examples

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invocations

 

[ ˌɪnvəˈkeɪʃənz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

religious practices

Invocations are prayers or supplications made to a deity or higher power, often seeking guidance, protection, or blessings. They are commonly used in religious ceremonies, rituals, and spiritual practices.

Synonyms

chants, prayers, supplications

Examples of usage

  • During the ceremony, the priest recited invocations to the gods.
  • The shaman performed invocations to call upon the spirits for healing.
  • The monks chanted invocations for peace and harmony.
  • The invocations offered gratitude for the blessings received.
  • The invocation invoked the presence of the divine.
Context #2 | Noun

formal requests

Invocations can also refer to formal requests or calls for assistance or support, typically in a public or ceremonial setting. They are often used to officially begin or open an event or gathering.

Synonyms

appeals, calls, requests

Examples of usage

  • The mayor made an invocation at the beginning of the city council meeting.
  • The president delivered an invocation before the national conference.
  • The judge offered an invocation for wisdom and justice in the courtroom.
  • The invocations expressed unity and solidarity among the attendees.
  • The opening invocation set the tone for the event.

Translations

Translations of the word "invocations" in other languages:

🇵🇹 invocações

🇮🇳 आह्वान

🇩🇪 Beschwörungen

🇮🇩 pemanggilan

🇺🇦 виклики

🇵🇱 wezwania

🇯🇵 召喚

🇫🇷 invocations

🇪🇸 invocaciones

🇹🇷 çağrılar

🇰🇷 호출

🇸🇦 نداءات

🇨🇿 vyvolání

🇸🇰 vyvolania

🇨🇳 祈求

🇸🇮 klici

🇮🇸 köll

🇰🇿 шақырулар

🇬🇪 მოწოდებები

🇦🇿 çağırışlar

🇲🇽 invocaciones

Etymology

The word 'invocations' has its roots in the Latin word 'invocatio,' which means 'calling upon' or 'summoning.' It has been used for centuries in various religious and ceremonial contexts to seek divine assistance or guidance. The practice of invocations dates back to ancient civilizations and continues to be a significant aspect of many spiritual traditions.

See also: invocation, invoke.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,968, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.