canonization

Meanings

• noun

  The act of declaring someone or something to be a part of the official or recognized collection or body.

  - "The church conducted a canonization ceremony for the new saint."
  - "The canonization of Shakespeare's works marked the beginning of English literature."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with canonization
sanction , action , station

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Variants

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canonization , canonizations , canonize , canonized , canonizes , canonizing

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Etymology

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From the Greek word kanon, meaning 'rule' or 'measure'. The term was later used in the Middle Ages to refer to the collection of authoritative texts in the Christian Church.

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Trivia

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1. The first recorded canonization ceremony took place in 286 AD for Saint Cornelius, the Bishop of Rome.

2. The Catholic Church currently recognizes over 10,000 saints.

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Related Concepts

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1. sainthood: The state of being recognized as a saint by the Christian Church.

2. canonical texts: The authoritative texts recognized by a religious or academic tradition.

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Culture

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Canonization holds significant cultural and historical importance in Christianity. The process involves recognizing and honoring individuals who have lived exemplary lives and have made remarkable contributions to the faith. The canonization ceremony is a formal event where the Pope declares a person a saint. The lives and deeds of saints have been the subject of numerous works of art, literature, and music throughout history.

How to Memorize "canonization"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the act of adding something to a collection or list.
   - Imagine a ceremony where someone is declared a saint.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with the idea of recognizing and honoring someone.
   - Think of saints and their contributions to the faith.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym CANON to remember the meaning: Can Ones's Acts Nurture Others?

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