Ascension Of The Lord (Noun)
Meaning
(Christianity) celebration of the Ascension of Christ into heaven; observed on the 40th day after Easter.
Classification
Nouns denoting time and temporal relations.
Examples
- The Ascension of the Lord is a significant event in the Christian calendar, marking the day Jesus Christ ascended into heaven.
- On the feast day of the Ascension of the Lord, many Christians attend special church services and participate in processions.
- The Ascension of the Lord is observed on the 40th day after Easter, exactly 39 days after the Resurrection of Jesus.
- In some Christian traditions, the Ascension of the Lord is celebrated with great fanfare, including music, singing, and feasting.
- The Ascension of the Lord is seen as a pivotal moment in Christian theology, marking the end of Jesus' earthly ministry and the beginning of his heavenly reign.