penitentie — meaning in English
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English meaning
- penance noun A voluntary act of self-punishment or atonement carried out to make up for wrongdoing.
- repentance noun A feeling of deep regret or sorrow for wrongdoing.
Senses
penitentie is used for these senses in English:
- penance A sacrament in some Christian churches that involves penitence (remorse plus restitution via prayer).
- repentance A feeling of regret or remorse for doing wrong or sinning.
penance — full definition
- noun A voluntary act of self-punishment or atonement carried out to make up for wrongdoing.
- noun In some Christian traditions, a religious ritual of confession, repentance, and reparation.