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Heiligenverehrung
German → American English
American English
veneration of saints
Verehrung, die Heiligen in bestimmten christlichen Traditionen entgegengebracht wird.
Die Heiligenverehrung ist in der katholischen Kirche ein wichtiges Thema.Used mainly in religious or academic contexts; it can sound formal or critical depending on context. In everyday speech, people more often speak about Verehrung der Heiligen or simply about saints in a specific church tradition.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Heiligenverehrung mean in English?
Heiligenverehrung means veneration of saints.
Is Heiligenverehrung the same as worship?
Not exactly. In Christian theology, it usually means veneration or honor given to saints, not worship in the strict sense.
How do you use Heiligenverehrung in a sentence?
Example: Die Heiligenverehrung spielt in einigen christlichen Traditionen eine wichtige Rolle.
Is Heiligenverehrung a common word?
It is understood, but it is more common in theological, historical, or formal writing than in everyday conversation.