holiness

Meanings

• noun

  The quality of being morally pure and sinless; sanctity.

• noun

  The state of being free from sin and impurity.

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈhoʊlinəs/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

sacrality , sacredness , sanctity

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Rhymes

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sanctity , piety , city , unity

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Variants

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holiness , holinesses

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Etymology

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From Old English hálig, from hál 'health' + lig 'connected'. Religious and moral purity.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'holy' is derived from the Old English word 'hálig', which means 'healthy' or 'whole'.

2. In Christianity, the term 'holy' is often used to describe saints, who are considered to be in a state of perfect holiness.

3. The term 'holy' is also used to describe sacred objects, places, or rituals in many religions.

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Related Concepts

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1. sanctity: The state or quality of being holy; purity and perfection in moral character.

2. saint: A person who is recognized as having an exceptional degree of holiness or likeness or closeness to God.

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Culture

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In many religions, holiness is a central concept that refers to a state of being set apart from the ordinary world, often associated with divine presence, purity, and moral perfection. It is often depicted in art, literature, and music as a transcendent and otherworldly experience.

How to Memorize "holiness"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a bright, pure light that represents holiness. Visualize yourself surrounded by this light, feeling cleansed and purified.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'holiness' with words like 'purity', 'sanctity', and 'divine presence' to help remember its meaning.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'HOLY' to remember the meaning of holiness: H - Healthy, O - Otherworldly, L - Loving, Y - Yielding

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