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divine office

 

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Noun divine office has 1 sense
  1. Divine Office - canonical prayers recited daily by priests (e.g. the breviary of the Roman Catholic Church)
    --1 is a kind of
    office

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Term: Divine Office

Definition:

The Divine Office, also known as the Liturgy of the Hours, is the official set of prayers recited at specific times by priests, religious, and laypersons in the Catholic Church. It is an important part of the Church's liturgical tradition.

Sample Sentences:

1. The priest diligently recited the Divine Office every morning to fulfill his spiritual obligations.

2. The nuns gathered in the chapel to participate in the Divine Office and sing hymns of praise.

3. As a layperson, she found solace in praying the Divine Office throughout the day.

4. The beautiful Gregorian chant filled the church during the celebration of the Divine Office.

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