divine service
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Definition
- Noun:
- A formal act of public worship conducted according to prescribed religious rules or liturgy. It refers specifically to a religious ceremony, especially in a Christian context, where a congregation gathers to worship.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- The family attends divine service every Sunday morning.
- The cathedral was full for the special divine service on Christmas Eve.
Advanced Usage
- "to attend divine service": to be present at and participate in a formal worship ceremony.
- It is a tradition for them to attend divine service together.
- "to conduct/hold a divine service": to lead or officiate a worship ceremony.
- The bishop will conduct the divine service for the feast day.
Variants and Related Words
- Service (n): In a religious context, this is a common shorter form meaning the same as "divine service."
- The evening service begins at six o'clock.
- Worship service (n): A near-synonymous compound term.
- The worship service included hymns and a sermon.
Synonyms
- Liturgy: A prescribed form or set of forms for public religious worship.
- Church service: A Christian act of public worship.
Related Phrases
- Morning/Evening service: Specifies the time of day the worship is held.
- She prefers the quiet atmosphere of the evening service.
Noun
- the act of public worship following prescribed rules
- the Sunday service