Communion

/kə'mju:njən/
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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A group of Christians with a common religious faith who practice the same rites: "Communion" can refer to a specific Christian denomination or a body of believers united by shared doctrine and worship.
    • Sharing thoughts and feelings: "Communion" denotes a deep, intimate sharing of emotions, ideas, or experiences between people, creating a sense of fellowship.
    • The act of participating in the celebration of the Eucharist: In Christian liturgy, "Communion" (often capitalized) specifically refers to the sacrament of the Eucharist, where participants receive consecrated bread and wine.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The Anglican Communion is a worldwide family of churches. (Refers to a specific Christian denomination.)
    • They sat in quiet communion, understanding each other without words. (Refers to sharing thoughts and feelings.)
    • She takes Communion every Sunday during the church service. (Refers to the Eucharistic sacrament.)
Advanced Usage
  • "To be in communion with": To be in a state of close, sympathetic relationship or spiritual union with someone or something.
    • The poet felt in deep communion with nature.
  • "To hold communion with": To have communication or fellowship with.
    • He held secret communion with the leaders of the movement.
Variants and Related Words
  • Communion of saints: A Christian doctrine referring to the spiritual union between all faithful Christians, both living and dead.
  • Holy Communion: Another term for the sacrament of the Eucharist.
  • Communion table: The table used for the celebration of Communion in some churches.
Synonyms
  • Fellowship: Friendly association, especially with people who share one's interests.
  • Rapport: A close and harmonious relationship in which the people or groups concerned understand each other's feelings or ideas and communicate well.
  • Sacrament: A religious ceremony or ritual regarded as an outward and visible sign of inward and spiritual grace, such as the Eucharist.
Related Phrases
  • Take Communion / Receive Communion: To participate in the Eucharistic sacrament by consuming the consecrated elements.
    • The congregation went forward to take Communion.
  • Go to Communion: To attend a church service with the intention of receiving the Eucharist.
    • She goes to Communion every morning.
Noun
  1. (Christianity) a group of Christians with a common religious faith who practice the same rites
  2. sharing thoughts and feelings
  3. the act of participating in the celebration of the Eucharist
    • the governor took Communion with the rest of the congregation

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