benediction

[US]/ˌbenɪ'dɪkʃ(ə)n/

[UK]/'bɛnə'dɪkʃən/

Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. a blessing (given at the end of a worship service); a prayer for divine blessing (in the Roman Catholic Church); an act of kindness or favor; a fortunate event.

Phrases & Collocations

receive a benediction

give a benediction

benediction ceremony

Example Sentences

give the benediction

Such is the power of a single prayer in desperation - and such is the benediction moon of Krsna's causeless mercy.

The priest pronounced a benediction over the couple at the end of the marriage ceremony.

receive a benediction from the priest

offer a benediction at the end of the ceremony

benediction before a meal

benediction for a happy marriage

benediction upon the newborn baby

benediction for peace and harmony

benediction during a religious service

benediction for a successful journey

benediction for healing and strength

benediction at the end of a church service

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