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Word
Meaning

Halo

A bright light, usually circular and positioned above or behind a saint's head.
Holy
A person or thing is said to be 'holy' if it is dedicated to God.
Holy Communion
Another name for the Eucharist. The central act of Christian worship, thanksgiving, the receiving of the consecrated bread and wine as in Eucharist. See the page Holy Communion.
Holy Matrimony
Another term for Christian marriage. See the page Marriage.
Holy Saturday
The day after Good Friday, and on which paschal candles are lit to overcome the darkness of death. See the page Holy Saturday.
Holy Spirit
(Or Holy Ghost). For Christians, God has three 'aspects' - God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit. This is called the doctrine of the Trinity. The Holy Spirit came down to the disciples at Pentecost and to Jesus at his baptism. Often shown as a dove. See the page Trinity.
Holy Week
The last week of Lent, when the suffering and death of Christ are commemorated. See the page Lent.
Hot cross buns
Spicy, fruited bread rolls that are decorated with a cross, and traditionally eaten on Good Friday.
Hymn A song in which the singers praise, worship, or thank God.

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