Sacra: meaning, definitions and examples
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sacra
[ หsรฆkrษ ]
religious significance
Sacra refers to things that are sacred or holy, particularly in a religious context. It is often used to denote sacred rites, objects, or texts that hold special significance within a religious tradition.
Synonyms
holy objects, relics, sacred things.
Examples of usage
- The church is filled with sacra that inspire reverence.
- Ancient rituals often involve the use of sacra to honor the deity.
- In many cultures, sacra are believed to possess divine power.
Translations
Translations of the word "sacra" in other languages:
๐ต๐น sagrada
๐ฎ๐ณ เคชเคตเคฟเคคเฅเคฐ
๐ฉ๐ช heilig
๐ฎ๐ฉ suci
๐บ๐ฆ ัะฒััะธะน
๐ต๐ฑ ลwiฤty
๐ฏ๐ต ่ใชใ
๐ซ๐ท sacrรฉ
๐ช๐ธ sagrado
๐น๐ท kutsal
๐ฐ๐ท ์ ์ฑํ
๐ธ๐ฆ ู ูุฏุณ
๐จ๐ฟ svatรฝ
๐ธ๐ฐ svรคtรฝ
๐จ๐ณ ็ฅๅฃ็
๐ธ๐ฎ svet
๐ฎ๐ธ helgur
๐ฐ๐ฟ าาฑะดะฐะนั
๐ฌ๐ช แฌแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ mรผqษdษs
๐ฒ๐ฝ sagrado
Etymology
The term 'sacra' originates from the Latin word 'sacer,' meaning 'sacred' or 'holy.' In ancient Rome, 'sacra' referred to various religious rites and ceremonies that were performed in honor of gods or for the benefit of the community. Over time, it came to encompass not only specific rituals but also any object or concept imbued with sacred significance. In contemporary usage, 'sacra' retains this connotation, often appearing in discussions of religious practices and the importance of spiritual objects in various faith traditions. The evolution of the word reflects the changing dynamics of religious observance and the ways in which communities engage with the concept of the sacred.
Word Frequency Rank
At rank #28,186, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.
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- 28183 improvising
- 28184 venerate
- 28185 syphon
- 28186 sacra
- 28187 sheikh
- 28188 protestation
- 28189 anemone
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