an utterance of good wishes.

the form of blessing pronounced by an officiating minister, as at the close of divine service.

a ceremony by which things are set aside for sacred uses, as a church, vestments, or bells.

( usually initial capital letter ) Also called Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament. a service consisting of prayers, at least one prescribed hymn, censing of the congregation and the Host, and a blessing of the congregation by moving in the form of a cross the ciborium or monstrance containing the Host.

the advantage conferred by blessing; a mercy or benefit.

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anathema , execration

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amen , approbation , approval , beatitude , benedictus , benison , blessing , consecration , favor , grace , gratitude , invocation , laying on of hands , okay , orison , praise , sanctification , thanks , thanksgiving , prayer