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st. john the baptist

 

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Noun st. john the baptist has 1 sense
  1. John the Baptist, St. John the Baptist - (New Testament) a preacher and hermit and forerunner of Jesus (whom he baptized); was beheaded by Herod at the request of Salome
    --1 is a kind of hermit, recluse, solitary, solitudinarian, troglodyte; saint

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St. John the Baptist

Definition:

A significant figure in Christianity, revered as a prophet and believed to be the forerunner of Jesus Christ. He is often portrayed with a staff and a lamb, symbolizing his role as the "Lamb of God."

Parts of Speech:

Noun: St. John the Baptist

Senses:

1. Historical Figure:

A biblical figure who baptized Jesus Christ in the River Jordan.

Example Sentence:

According to the Gospel accounts, St. John the Baptist played a crucial role in preparing the way for Jesus's ministry.

2. Patron Saint:

The patron saint of baptism, conversions, penitence, and the Knights Hospitaller.

Example Sentence:

Those seeking repentance often pray to St. John the Baptist for forgiveness and guidance.

3. Festivals and Celebrations:

Religious feasts or celebrations held in honor of St. John the Baptist, usually around the time of the summer solstice.

Example Sentence:

The local community came together to celebrate St. John the Baptist's feast day with music, food, and a procession.

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