sanctification

/ˌsæŋktɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
noun
  1. The act or process of making something holy or setting it apart for religious use.
    • In many religions, sanctification involves purification and dedication to God.
    • The priest spoke about the sanctification of daily life through prayer.
    • The sanctification of the new church was celebrated with a special ceremony.
  2. In Christian theology, the process by which a person is made spiritually pure and holy through God's grace.
    • The sermon focused on the role of faith in the sanctification of the believer.
    • Many Christians believe that sanctification begins at baptism.
    • Sanctification is seen as a lifelong journey toward holiness.
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