homilies

Meanings

• noun

  A religious talk given by a priest or minister to the congregation.

  - "The homilies during Lent focus on penance and sacrifice."
  - "Father Smith delivered a powerful homily at Mass last Sunday."

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Variants

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homilies , homily

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Etymology

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From the Greek word 'homilía' meaning 'conversation' or 'discourse'.

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Trivia

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1. Homilies have been a part of Christian worship since the early Church.

2. Some homilies have been recorded and preserved for centuries, such as those of St. Augustine and St. John Chrysostom.

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1. sermon: A long and formal religious speech, often delivered from a pulpit.

2. homiletics: The art and study of preaching and delivering homilies.

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In Christianity, homilies are an essential part of the liturgy and are used to teach and inspire the faithful.

How to Memorize "homilies"

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   - Imagine a priest delivering a homily to a crowded church.

2. associate
   

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3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Hear Our Master's Instruction Yields Life' to remember the meaning of homily.

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