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offertory in German

offertory in German is Offertorium, Kollekte, Gabenbereitung — offertory means a prayer said or sung as an anthem while offerings of bread and wine are placed on the altar during the Roman Catholic Mass or the Anglican Communion service.

offertory in German

Offertorium
noun
(Christianity) A prayer said or sung as an anthem while offerings of bread and wine are placed on the altar during the Roman Catholic Mass or the Anglican Communion service. [from 14th c.]
Kollekte
noun
(Christianity) A prayer said or sung as an anthem while offerings of bread and wine are placed on the altar during the Roman Catholic Mass or the Anglican Communion service. [from 14th c.]
Gabenbereitung
noun
(Christianity) The part of the Eucharist service when offerings of bread and wine are placed on the altar and when any collection is taken; also, the money or other things collected. [from 15th c.]

What does "offertory" mean?

  1. noun A prayer said or sung as an anthem while offerings of bread and wine are placed on the altar during the Roman Catholic Mass or the Anglican Communion service.
  2. noun The part of the Eucharist service when offerings of bread and wine are placed on the altar and when any collection is taken; also, the money or other things collected.
  3. noun A linen or silken cloth anciently used in various ceremonies connected with the administration of the Eucharist.
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What is "offertory" in German?

"offertory" in German is Offertorium, Kollekte, Gabenbereitung. offertory means: A prayer said or sung as an anthem while offerings of bread and wine are placed on the altar during the Roman Catholic Mass or the Anglican Communion service.

Are there other ways to say "offertory" in German?

Yes — German has 3 translations listed for "offertory": Offertorium, Kollekte, Gabenbereitung.

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