Adorn, Adorning primarily “to arrange, to put in order” (Eng., “cosmetic”), is used of furnishing a room, Mat 12:44; Luk 11:25, and of trimming lamps, Mat 25:7. Hence, “to adorn, to ornament,” as of garnishing tombs, Mat 23:29; buildings, Luk 21:5; Rev 21:19; one’s person, 1Ti 2:9; 1Pe 3:5; Rev 21:2; metaphorically, of “adorning a … Continue reading “Adorn, Adorning”
Adorn
Adorn a-dorn (, kosmeo): Has as its primary meaning to arrange, to put In order, to decorate. It is used with reference to the manner in which Christian women were urged to dress. This was a vital question in the early church, and both Paul and Peter give advice on the subject (1Ti 2:9; 1Pe … Continue reading “Adorn”
Adorea
Adorea (from ador, “wheat”), in the ancient Roman worship of the gods, were the light flat cakes made of flour and salt, which were used at offerings, partly to burn them and partly for the priests. The offerings which consisted only of such cakes were called Adorea sacrificia. Fuente: Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical … Continue reading “Adorea”
Adore
Adore to worship; to express reverence and homage. The forms of adoration among the Jews were putting off the shoes (Ex. 3:5; Josh. 5:15), and prostration (Gen. 17:3; Ps. 95:6; Isa. 44:15, 17, 19; 46:6). To “kiss the Son” in Ps. 2:12 is to adore and worship him. (See Dan. 3:5, 6.) The word itself … Continue reading “Adore”
Adoration, Perpetual
adoration, perpetual Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament day and night in continuity, during which time pious persons take their turns uninterruptedly as adorers. As a rule the object of this perpetual adoration is, reparation for the outrages of men against a God of goodness. The practise dates probably from the 12th or 13th century , … Continue reading “Adoration, Perpetual”
Adoration of the Magi
Adoration of the Magi The worship by the wise men from the East of the Divinity of the Infant Jesus, a favorite subject of the masters. Among the many who have painted this subject are: Fra Angelico , Botticelli, Del Sarto, Durer, Ghirlandajo, Lippi, and Memling. The adoration of the Magi is commemorated in the … Continue reading “Adoration of the Magi”
Adoration Of The Host
Adoration Of The Host SEE HOST. Fuente: Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature
Adoration Of The Cross
Adoration of the Cross A ceremony of Good Friday. The term is inaccurate, but it is sanctioned by long use. Veneration is the proper term. Following the Collects in the Mass of the Presanctified, the veiled crucifix is gradually uncovered, with the threefold chanting of “Ecce lignum crucis, in quo Salva tor mundi pependit” (Behold … Continue reading “Adoration Of The Cross”
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament The Catholic Church teaches that the highest type of worship (latria) is to be given to the Blessed Sacrament. This doctrine follows logically from two revealed truths: that Jesus Christ, even in His humanity, on account of His Divine personality is worthy of Divine homage; and that Jesus Christ is … Continue reading “Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament”
adoration, nocturnal
adoration, nocturnal Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament day and night in continuity, during which time pious persons take their turns uninterruptedly as adorers. As a rule the object of this perpetual adoration is, reparation for the outrages of men against a God of goodness. The practise dates probably from the 12th or 13th century , … Continue reading “adoration, nocturnal”