HyperDic: laying_on_of_hands

English > 2 senses of the expression laying on of hands:
NOUNactlaying on of handsthe application of a faith healer's hands to the patient's body
actlaying on of handslaying hands on a person's head to invoke spiritual blessing in Christian ordination
English > laying on of hands: 2 senses > noun 1, act
MeaningThe application of a faith healer's hands to the patient's body.
Broaderfaith healing, faith curecare provided through prayer and faith in God
English > laying on of hands: 2 senses > noun 2, act
Meaninglaying hands on a person's head to invoke spiritual blessing in Christian ordination.
Broaderordination, ordinanceThe act of ordaining

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