passion play
Definition
Noun: - A dramatic performance depicting the suffering and death of Jesus Christ: A "passion play" is a specific type of religious play that represents the events of the Passion of Christ, from his trial to his crucifixion.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The small town is famous for its annual passion play, which attracts thousands of visitors.
- Medieval passion plays were important for teaching biblical stories to the public.
Advanced Usage
- Historical and Cultural Context: Passion plays have a long tradition in Christian communities, particularly in Europe. The most famous modern example is the Oberammergau Passion Play in Germany, performed every ten years.
Variants and Related Words
- Passion (n): In this context, refers specifically to the suffering and death of Jesus Christ.
- Mystery play (n): A medieval play based on biblical stories, of which the passion play is a type.
- Morality play (n): A different type of medieval allegorical play focusing on moral lessons.
Synonyms
- Religious drama: A broader term for plays based on religious themes or texts.
- Easter play: A play specifically performed during the Easter season, often depicting the Passion.
Related Phrases
- To stage a passion play: To produce and perform a passion play.
- The community worked for months to stage a passion play for the Easter celebration.
Noun
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a play representing the Passion of Christ
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