evening prayer

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evening prayer

The family attends evening prayer at the small chapel.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • (Anglican Church) A daily evening service with prayers prescribed in the Book of Common Prayer: "Evening prayer" refers specifically to the official liturgical service of evening worship in the Anglican tradition, following the forms set out in the Book of Common Prayer.
Usage
  • The term "evening prayer" is a proper noun when referring to this specific Anglican service and is often capitalized as "Evening Prayer."
  • It denotes a formal, scheduled religious observance held at the close of the day.
Examples
  • Noun:
    • The parish gathers for Evening Prayer at six o'clock every day.
    • The readings for today's Evening Prayer are from the Psalms.
Advanced Usage
  • "to say Evening Prayer": to participate in or conduct the service.
    • The vicar asked the choir to assist in saying Evening Prayer.
  • "Evening Prayer and Morning Prayer": often mentioned together as the two main daily offices (services) in Anglican practice.
    • The rhythm of monastic life is built around Evening Prayer and Morning Prayer.
Variants and Related Words
  • Evensong (n): Another name for Evening Prayer, especially when the service is musical.
    • The choir's Evensong was particularly beautiful this Sunday.
  • Vespers (n): In other Christian traditions (e.g., Roman Catholic, Eastern Orthodox), a similar evening prayer service.
    • While similar in purpose, Vespers and Evening Prayer have different liturgical structures.
Synonyms
  • Evensong: (As above) A synonym, particularly for a choral service.
  • Night Prayer: A more general term that can refer to evening prayers in various traditions, but not specific to the Anglican office.
Notes on Meaning
  • This definition is specific to the Anglican Church. In a general, non-liturgical context, the phrase "evening prayer" (not capitalized) can simply mean any prayer said in the evening.
    • The family said their evening prayers together before bed. (Here, it is a descriptive phrase, not the official service title.)
evening prayer

The family attends evening prayer at the small chapel.

Noun
  1. (Anglican Church) a daily evening service with prayers prescribed in the Book of Common Prayer

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