HyperDic: ascension_of_the_lord

English > 1 sense of the expression Ascension of the Lord:
NOUNtimeAscension of the Lord, Ascension, Ascension Day(Christianity) celebration of the Ascension of Christ into heaven
English > Ascension of the Lord: 1 sense > noun 1, time
Meaning(Christianity) celebration of the Ascension of Christ into heaven; observed on the 40th day after Easter.
SynonymsAscension, Ascension Day
CategoryChristianity, Christian religionA monotheistic system of beliefs and practices based on the Old Testament and the teachings of Jesus as embodied in the New Testament and emphasizing the role of Jesus as savior
Broaderholy day of obligationA day when Catholics must attend Mass and refrain from servile work, and Episcopalians must take Communion
SpanishAscensión
CatalanAscensió, Dia de l'Ascensió

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