What is a blessing?

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A blessing can be defined as the formal act of approving. In Christianity a blessing is used to refer to the bestowing or the infusion of something with holiness, success, divine will, favour or one's hope or approval. Therefore, blessings are mostly associated with God and are believed to come from God.

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blessing - Definition [bles]

(v.) To make holy

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A blessing is a Catholic prayer from a person asking for God's favour and protection. A blessing usually takes place in the main church service where priest prays for the person who requires the blessing. A blessing is also given to newly wed couple after saying their vows.

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