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benediction

Benediction (noun) means a short invocation for help, blessing and guidance from God, said on behalf of another person or persons (sometimes at the end of a church worship service).

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A short invocation for help, blessing and guidance from God, said on behalf of another person or persons (sometimes at the end of a church worship service).

In the Anglican church, the ceremony used to institute an abbot, analogous to the consecration of a bishop.

A Roman Catholic rite by which bells, banners, candles, etc., are blessed with holy water and formally dedicated to God.

Help, good fortune or reward from God or another supernatural source.

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Etymology

From Middle English benediccion, from Ecclesiastical Latin benedictio, benedictionis, from benedictus (“blessed; well spoken of”). Doublet of benison.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of benediction?

"benediction" (noun) means a short invocation for help, blessing and guidance from God, said on behalf of another person or persons (sometimes at the end of a church worship service).

What are the different meanings of benediction?

"benediction" has 3 main meanings: 1. A short invocation for help, blessing and guidance from God, said on behalf of another person or persons (sometimes at the end of a church worship service); 2. In the Anglican church, the ceremony used to institute an abbot, analogous to the consecration of a bishop; 3. A Roman Catholic rite by which bells, banners, candles, etc., are blessed with holy water and formally dedicated to God.