Definitions for: Benediction

[n] the act of praying for divine protection
[n] a ceremonial prayer invoking divine protection

Webster (1913) Definition: Ben`e*dic"tion, n. [L. benedictio: cf. F.
b['e]n['e]diction. See Benison.]
1. The act of blessing.

2. A blessing; an expression of blessing, prayer, or kind
wishes in favor of any person or thing; a solemn or
affectionate invocation of happiness.

So saying, he arose; whom Adam thus Followed with
benediction. --Milton.

Homeward serenely she walked with God's benediction
upon her. --Longfellow.
Specifically: The short prayer which closes public
worship; as, to give the benediction.

3. (Eccl.) The form of instituting an abbot, answering to the
consecration of a bishop. --Ayliffe.

4. (R. C. Ch.) A solemn rite by which bells, banners,
candles, etc., are blessed with holy water, and formally
dedicated to God.

Synonyms: blessing, blessing

See Also: benison, orison, petition, prayer, prayer, supplication

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