intercession
Meanings
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Noun
The act of intervening; an interposition. In Christian theology, the act of praying to God on behalf of another.
- "His intercession saved many lives."
- "The saint's intercession was sought for the sick child."
- "The intercession of the priest was requested during the ceremony."
Rhymes
Words rhyming with intercessioncessation , impression , expression , suppression
Variants
List of all variants of intercession that leads to same resultintercession , intercessional , intercessions , intercessor , intercessors , intercessory
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.From the Latin intercessio, intercedere: to stand between, come between, interpose, meddle, interfere.
Trivia
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Intercession is an important concept in many religions, including Christianity, Islam, and Hinduism.
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Intercessory prayer has been practiced since ancient times and is mentioned in various religious texts.
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Intercession is often depicted in art and literature, particularly in religious contexts.
Related Concepts
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Intercessory prayer: Prayer offered on behalf of another person or people.
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Intercessor: A person who intercedes on behalf of another.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.Intercession holds significant importance in various religions and cultures. In Christianity, intercession is the act of praying to God on behalf of others, often through the intercession of saints or holy figures. It is a demonstration of faith and love towards others and towards God. Intercession is also a common theme in literature, art, and music.
How to Memorize "intercession"
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visualize
- Visualize a person standing between two parties, mediating and bringing them closer together.
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associate
- Associate the word with the image of a bridge or a mediator.
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mnemonics
- Use the mnemonic: Inter-CEE-shun: to stand between, interpose, mediate.
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