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What does the word 'Sacer, Sacr, Sanct' mean?
What is consecration?
A solemn commitment of your life or your time to some cherished purpose.
What does it mean to desecrate?
To violate the sacred character of a place or language.
What does execrate mean?
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What is the meaning of sacerdotal?
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What is a sacrament?
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What does sacred mean?
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What is the definition of sacrifice?
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Study Notes
Sacred Vocabulary and Concepts
- Sacer, Sacr, Sanct: Root meaning "holy," foundational in religious terminology.
Consecration
- A solemn commitment to a cherished purpose or goal.
- Composed of Latin terms meaning "together" and "to make sacred."
- In religious contexts, the Eucharist undergoes consecration, marking it as holy.
Desecrate
- To violate the sacred character of a place or object.
- Derived from Latin for "do the opposite of consecrate."
- Walking on holy ground may be deemed as desecration by believers.
Execrate
- To curse or declare something as evil, invoking divine punishment.
- Stemming from Latin roots meaning "to devote."
- Exorcists use this term when addressing those possessed by demons.
Sacerdotal
- Pertaining to the priesthood or priests.
- Combines Latin words for "holy" and "to give."
- Priests perform sacerdotal duties within religious communities.
Sacrament
- A formal religious act that confers grace upon participants.
- Originates from Latin for "a consecrating."
- In Catholicism, Baptism symbolizes the cleansing of original sin.
Sacred
- Refers to something made or declared holy.
- Comes from the Latin term meaning "dedicated, holy, or accursed."
- Sacred objects hold deep significance in various religions.
Sacrifice
- The act of surrendering something valuable, often for a greater cause.
- Etymologically linked to "sacred rites" and "to perform."
- Historical examples include military strategies requiring sacrifices for overall safety.
Sacrilege
- Represents blasphemous behavior.
- Derived from Latin for "sacred object" and "to take."
- Mishandling of divine objects or symbols is deemed sacrilegious.
Sacristy
- A dedicated church room for storing sacred vessels and vestments.
- Etymology ties back to making something sacred.
- Frequently used for meetings and religious preparations.
Sacrosanct
- Implies something that must remain sacred and untouchable.
- Combines ideas of "religious sanction" and "to make sacred."
- Examples include holy days that must be honored, such as the Sabbath.
Saint
- A person recognized as exceptionally holy.
- Derives from the Latin word for "holy, consecrated."
- The Catholic Church acknowledges saints based on miracles attributed to them.
Sanctify
- To make pure, free from sin or guilt.
- From Latin origin meaning "to make holy."
- Purgatory serves as a process to sanctify souls before heavenly entry.
Sanctimonious
- Describes a person who is excessively or hypocritically pious.
- Rooted in the term "holy" from Latin.
- Often used to critique hypocrisy in moral or religious preaching.
Sanction
- Official permission or approval.
- Connected to Latin for "holy, consecrated."
- Authority figures can give sanctions for plans or actions.
Sanctity
- The quality or state of being holy.
- Derived from the Latin word for "holy."
- Often associated with people who exude a natural sense of holiness.
Sanctuary
- A place of refuge or safety.
- Stemming from Latin meaning "a sacred place."
- Used for protection against danger or hardship, such as shelters for war victims.
Sanctum
- A private or sacred space.
- Comes from Latin for "a holy place."
- An uninhabited island could be considered a sanctum of isolation from society.
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Test your knowledge on sacred vocabulary and concepts crucial to religious contexts. This quiz covers important terms like consecration, desecrate, execrate, and more, exploring their meanings and implications. Perfect for those studying theology or religious studies.
