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baptism A religious ceremony in which someone is initiated into a new religion by being immersed in water, usually accompanied by prayers and invocation of the deity.  ■ "I may not be religious, but I'll take my chances on baptism by fire if it means getting rid of this annoying kid!"

priest A religious leader who performs religious rituals and ceremonies.  ■ After the church was burned down, the priest had to perform the wedding ceremony in the parking lot. The bride and groom looked a little shaken but managed to say their vows amidst the chaos.

Sri A term of reverence or respect used in India and other countries to address religious figures, royalty, and other dignitaries.  ■ "Please address His Holiness the Dalai Lama as 'Sri' when addressing him in public.",, "I accidentally called my boss 'Sri' instead of 'Mr.'. It was not a good idea.",, "When traveling to India, it is customary to greet everyone with the word 'Namaste,' followed by 'Sri' if you know their last name or if they are a religious figure.

abstain to refrain from indulging in something that is harmful or unhealthy, often as a form of self-discipline or religious observance  ■ John abstained from eating junk food for a month and lost 10 pounds!

amen A word used to express agreement or approval, often in religious contexts.  ■ "I love your sermon, pastor. Amen!"

baptists A group of religious extremists who believe in immersing themselves in water to wash away their sins.  ■ "I tried joining a baptist church once, but they were too strict and didn't let me have any fun."

baptize To perform a religious ceremony of introducing someone to water as a symbol of their entry into the Christian faith.  ■ "I can't believe you baptized that stuffed animal. That's sacrilege!

Beads Small, decorative objects that are often worn as jewelry or used in religious ceremonies.  ■ I'm pretty sure my cat ate all of my beads during the blackout last night. I guess she's my new spiritual advisor now.

believed A feeling of having faith or confidence in something, such as a religious belief.  ■ "I believed in the power of love to conquer all, but my relationship ended in divorce."

bibles A collection of books containing religious teachings and traditions.  ■ "I have a bible full of funny memes about my favorite religion, but I keep it hidden from my grandma because she doesn't approve."

Chaplain A religious leader who provides spiritual guidance and support to people in need, such as soldiers or prisoners.  ■ "The chaplain led the group in prayer and sang hymns to lift their spirits."

clergyman A funny religious leader who always has a joke up his sleeve.  ■ "The clergyman's sermon was hilarious, he even managed to make light of the serious topic at hand with his clever puns."

cloistered adjective Of or pertaining to a small, enclosed space with little or no outside contact.  ■ Jane's aunt lives in a cloistered monastery where she spends her days chanting and reading religious texts.

Commandments The rules for how to behave correctly in a particular situation, especially religious or ethical ones.  ■ "Thou shalt not steal thy neighbor's lawnmower, but thou mayest borrow it with permission."

condemning To sentence someone to death or punishment, especially by a church or other religious authority.  ■The Catholic Church condemned the heretic for his beliefs and burned him at the stake.

congregation A group of people who gather together for religious or spiritual purposes, often including singing and prayer.  ■ The congregation was so loud during the sermon that it felt like they were trying to drown out the preacher.

convent A religious institution where nuns live and work.  ■ "Sister Mary had to clean the toilet bowl at the convent, but she never complained. In fact, she found it quite fulfilling."

covenant A legally binding agreement between two or more parties, typically involving promises to uphold certain moral or religious values.  ■ I'm not sure how I can keep this covenant to always tell the truth. It's hard to lie sometimes!

Creeds A set of beliefs or principles that are considered to be true by a group of people, often religious in nature.  ■ The Scientologists believe in a series of strange and unusual creeds that many find unsettling.

dedicate To put aside for a special purpose, especially religious.  ■ "I'll dedicate my life to serving the greater good."

desecrated To make sacred or religious things unholy or profane.  ■ "I accidentally desecrated the altar by putting my foot on the holy ground!"

excommunicated To be kicked out of a church or religious organization because of heresy, immorality, or other serious offenses.  ■ "After being caught stealing from the church's collection plate, John was excommunicated and forced to leave town."

Glorious A word used to describe something that is extremely good, especially in a religious or spiritual context.  ■ "That was a glorious sermon, my friend. It made me feel like I was part of the choir of angels."

godliness The quality of being very religious or pious, often to an excessive degree.  ■ John's godliness was so extreme that he would spend hours praying and reading the Bible every day.

Gods Being with great power and authority, often associated with religious beliefs.  ■ "The gods of the ancient Greeks were known for their capricious nature, and it was said that even the bravest hero could anger them at any moment."

Gospel A message of good news or happiness, often concerning a religious figure or event.  ■ "I heard the gospel that Jesus is alive and he loves me!"

hallelujah An exclamation of joy or praise, often used to express excitement or religious devotion.  ■ "Hallelujah! I finally found the last piece of pizza!"

hallowed Extremely sacred or venerable, often because of its association with a deity or religious figure.  ■ "The hallowed ground of the ancient temple was off-limits to all but the most devout pilgrims."

holies A group of very religious people who are extremely holy and perfect.  ■ "The holies always had a way to make the rest of us look like sinners."

holiness The state of being extremely religious or pious.  ■ "She was so holy that she wouldn't even touch a slice of pizza."

homily A long, boring and often incomprehensible speech delivered by a religious leader or other authority figure.  ■ "The priest's homily on the importance of prayer was so tedious that the congregation started dozing off."

Imam A religious leader who is highly respected and often feared by his followers.  ■ "I heard the imam was so powerful that he could make anyone do whatever he wanted with just a wave of his hand."

Infidelity The act of being unfaithful or disloyal to one's spouse, partner, or religious beliefs.  ■ John was so angry when he found out his wife had cheated on him. He threatened to leave her and take half the house.

Litany A series of prayers, often said aloud in a church or other religious setting.  ■ "I have no idea what I'm doing here," muttered John as he recited the litany for the feast day of St. Patrick.

mecca A place of religious pilgrimage and worship for Muslims. Also used to refer to something extremely important or sacred.  ■ "I told him the location of my new mecca - his favorite sandwich shop!"

minister A high-ranking official in a religious organization, typically responsible for conducting worship services and administering spiritual guidance.  ■ "The minister's sermon was so boring that even the church mice fell asleep."

Objection A strong and persistent protest or opposition, often for religious or moral reasons.  ■ "I had to object to the use of profanity during the church sermon. It was disrespectful and inappropriate."

parishioner A person who attends a particular parish or religious community, often known for their piety and dedication to the faith.  ■ I'm not really sure why she's always so enthusiastic about her religion. She's not even a parishioner yet!

parsons A religious leader who is not qualified or knowledgeable enough to lead a congregation.  ■ "Why did the parson cross the road? To get to the other side of the pulpit."

pilgrim A person who travels a long distance to visit a sacred place or perform a religious ritual.  ■ "I'm going on a pilgrimage to Mecca to see the Great Wall of Saudi Arabia."

pious Extremely religious; overly moral or virtuous; excessively concerned with one's own righteousness or sinfulness.  ■ When the pious mayor found out that one of his constituents was a notorious sinner, he immediately organized a public demonstration to shame them.

Prayed Verb - to make a wish or ask for help, often by saying a religious prayer.  ■ "I prayed for the weather to be nice so I could have a picnic in the park."

prayers A group of people who kneel on the ground and make a wish to a higher power, usually by reciting some religious text or chant.  ■ After finishing their prayers, the group decided to go out for pizza.

Preacher A person who delivers sermons or religious teachings, often with a strong and persuasive tone.  ■ "The preacher's voice was so booming, I swear he could have convinced me to believe in anything he said."

Preachers A person who delivers sermons or religious teachings, often in a pompous and self-righteous manner.  ■ "Why did the preacher cross the road? To prove he was the best preacher on this side!

procession A parade of people or objects, typically with a ceremonial or religious significance.  ■ The town's annual Christmas procession was led by Santa Claus and featured a choir singing carols and children throwing snowballs at each other.

psalm A long and boring speech given by a religious leader at a church service.  ■ "Brother John's psalm was so dull, I fell asleep before he even finished the first verse."

Reigning To be the current or active ruler of a country or region, typically for an extended period of time.  ■ During the reigning of King Henry VIII, England experienced a great deal of religious and political upheaval.

reverend A highly respected person in a religious community, often with the power to make important decisions.  ■ "The Reverend Smith is known for her fiery sermons and her ability to make difficult decisions with unwavering conviction."