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κήρυγμα — meaning in English

kirygma

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English meaning

  • homily noun A sermon, especially concerning a practical matter.
  • sermon noun A talk given during a religious service, usually on a moral or spiritual theme.

Senses

κήρυγμα is used for these senses in English:

  • homily (Christianity) A sermon, especially concerning a practical matter.
  • kerygma The Apostolic proclamation of religious truths; the core teachings of Christianity taught by the early Church.
  • sermon Religious discourse; a written or spoken address on a religious or moral matter.
  • sermon A lengthy speech of reproval.

homily — full definition

  1. noun A sermon, especially concerning a practical matter.
  2. noun A moralizing lecture.
  3. noun A platitude.

sermon — full definition

  1. noun A talk given during a religious service, usually on a moral or spiritual theme.
  2. noun A long, moralising talk that scolds or lectures someone.

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