Dormition (Noun)
Meaning
Celebration in the Eastern Orthodox Church of the Virgin Mary's being taken up into heaven when her earthly life ended; corresponds to the Assumption in the Roman Catholic Church and is also celebrated on August 15th.
Classification
Nouns denoting time and temporal relations.
Examples
- The Eastern Orthodox Church celebrates the Dormition of the Theotokos on August 15th with processions and traditional hymns.
- The Dormition is a significant feast day in the Eastern Orthodox Church, commemorating the Virgin Mary's transition to eternal life.
- Orthodox Christians often fast for two weeks prior to the Dormition, preparing themselves for the feast day through prayer and reflection.
- In some Eastern Orthodox traditions, the Dormition is associated with the miraculous harvest of grapes, symbolizing the Virgin Mary's abundant blessings.
- The Dormition is often depicted in Orthodox iconography as the Virgin Mary lying on a bier, surrounded by the apostles and Christ, emphasizing her peaceful and holy passing.