Religion: English Vocabulary List

the act of conducting a series of fixed actions, particular to a religious ceremony

"The ritual was very important."

"The ritual has been performed by the community for centuries."

someone who, after their death, is officially recognized by the Christian Church as a very holy person

"She is a saint."

"Many people pray to this particular saint for guidance and intercession in difficult times."

either of the two main parts of the Christian Bible

"The Old Testament is long."

"The New Testament recounts the life and teachings of Jesus Christ and his early followers."

a spiritual renewal or awakening that leads to a transformed life

"Spiritual rebirth is a renewal."

"A rebirth of interest in traditional crafts occurred during the Industrial Revolution as a direct counter-movement to impersonal"

a moral or religious speech, usually given during a church service

"The vicar delivered a brief sermon about the virtue of kindness."

"A fiery sermon from a traveling preacher could once draw a massive crowd to a town square"

a piece of music or religious chant performed as a tribute to someone who has died

"Mozart's Requiem is a moving and unfinished masterpiece."

"A requiem is a solemn mass for the repose of the souls of the dead"

the event when Jesus Christ was revealed to the Magi

"The epiphany was celebrated."

"The Epiphany commemorates the manifestation of Christ to the Gentiles, as represented by the Magi."