The concept of Devotion in Christianity
Synonyms: Commitment, Loyalty, Dedication, Faithfulness, Adherence, Zeal, Allegiance, Fidelity, Attachment, Adherence.
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Christian concept of 'Devotion'
From: Expositions of Holy Scripture
(1) Devotion is a deep love or commitment to someone or something, as shown by Ittai's passionate words and actions towards David.[1] (2) Devotion is to Israel.[2]
From: A Cyclopedia of Biblical literature
(1) A translation of the name Nethinim, indicating those who were dedicated or given to the service of the temple.[3]
From: A Dictionary of the Bible (Hastings)
(1) Mary is characterized as devoted, indicating her commitment and dedication to spiritual pursuits and her faith.[4]
From: Hymns for Christian Devotion
(1) The feeling of deep love, and is expressed through dedicated actions, and should be pure and righteous in nature.[5]
From: The Little Flowers of St. Francis
(1) The deep commitment to God as demonstrated by St. Francis and his companions.[6]
From: Ante-nicene Fathers
(1) She is indeed devoted to the humble, and she humbles herself more devotedly than the devoted, and is wonderfully magnified by all, while at the same time she suffers detraction.[7]
The concept of Devotion in local and regional sources
Devotion encompasses acts of reverence and worship, particularly through rituals conducted at Ceadda's sepulchre, highlighting its significance in honoring spiritual traditions and deepening the connection to religious heritage.
From: Triveni Journal
(1) This is the subject of the book, described in detail, and a means for realizing "advaita", and is the same as liquefied pure wisdom.[8] (2) A secondary sentiment in the piece, emphasizing the hero's faith and hope amidst suffering.[9] (3) A deep dedication and commitment to a cause or spiritual practice, particularly in the context of God and spirituality.[10]
From: Bhaktavijaya: Stories of Indian Saints
(1) A central theme in the narrative, describing the commitment and love of devotees towards their spiritual practice and teachers.[11] (2) The sincere feeling that motivates King Shivaji to bring grain to Tukoba.[12]
From: The Complete Works of Swami Vivekananda
(1) Devotion is the state of being where one is focused on a singular ideal, and it will lead to the whole if done sincerely.[13] (2) This is the subject of the second lecture given by the Swami Vivekananda in the Allen gymnasium, following the lecture on "The Science of Work".[14]
From: Bede's Ecclesiastical History of England
(1) Acts of reverence and worship, particularly related to the rituals performed at Ceadda's sepulchre.[15]
From: History of Science in South Asia
(1) One of the two fruits, alongside liberation, that are obtained after achieving the strong khecarimudra and the practice.[16]