Canonization (Noun)
Meaning
(Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox Church) the act of admitting a deceased person into the canon of saints.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The process of canonization typically begins with a petition to the bishop of the diocese where the individual lived and died.
- The canonization of Saint Teresa of Calcutta was a highly publicized event that drew attention from around the world.
- In the Eastern Orthodox Church, the canonization of saints is typically done through a formal declaration by the patriarch or a synod of bishops.
- The canonization of a saint is usually preceded by a lengthy investigation into their life and writings to ensure that they meet the necessary criteria.
- The canonization of Saint John Paul II was a significant event in the history of the Roman Catholic Church, marking the first time a pope had been canonized since the 19th century.