Consecrations

/ˌkɒnsɪˈkreɪʃənz/ noun

Definition

Plural of consecration; multiple instances or ceremonies of formally dedicating something to sacred or religious purposes.

Etymology

From 'consecration' (noun, from Latin 'consecratio') + the plural suffix '-s'. 'Consecration' describes the act or result of consecrating.

Kelly Says

The history of church consecrations reveals fascinating ritual variations—medieval bishops consecrated cathedrals with elaborate ceremonies while monastics consecrated simple chapels, yet both called the act 'consecration.'

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