Vocabulary for religion in German

Here you will learn words for religion such as denomination, faith, house of worship, and prayer, prepared for B2 learners.

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denomination

Ex: Jeder Mensch kann seine Konfession frei wählen.

Every person can freely choose their denomination.

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religiosity

Ex: In manchen Kulturen spielt Religiosität eine große Rolle.

In some cultures, religiosity plays a big role.

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religious freedom

Ex: Die Glaubensfreiheit schützt auch das Recht, keine Religion zu haben.

Religious freedom also protects the right to have no religion.

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deity

Ex: Eine Gottheit wird oft mit besonderen Kräften und Eigenschaften verbunden.

A deity is often associated with special powers and qualities.

heiligen [Verb]
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to sanctify

Ex: Manche Rituale dienen dazu, einen Raum zu heiligen.

Some rituals serve to sanctify a room.

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clergyman

Ex: Ein Geistlicher begleitet Menschen bei wichtigen Lebensereignissen.

A clergyman accompanies people during important life events.

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monk

Ex: Ein buddhistischer Mönch trägt oft eine orangefarbene Robe.

A Buddhist monk often wears an orange robe.

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believer

Ex: Gläubige finden Trost in ihrem Glauben.

Believers find comfort in their faith.

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atheist

Ex: Der Atheist nimmt nicht an religiösen Ritualen teil.

The atheist does not participate in religious rituals.

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gospel

Ex: Das Evangelium ist ein wichtiger Teil des Neuen Testaments.

The gospel is an important part of the New Testament.

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revelation

Ex: Die Offenbarung veränderte sein ganzes Leben.

The revelation changed his whole life.

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sermon

Ex: In seiner Predigt sprach der Priester über Hoffnung und Glauben.

In his sermon, the priest spoke about hope and faith.

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house of worship

Ex: Jedes Gotteshaus hat seine eigene Architektur und Tradition.

Each house of worship has its own architecture and tradition.

der Dom [noun]
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cathedral

Ex: Der Dom wurde im Mittelalter erbaut.

The cathedral was built in the Middle Ages.

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abbey

Ex: Die Abtei ist bekannt für ihre schöne Architektur.

The abbey is known for its beautiful architecture.

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altar

Ex: Der Altar ist ein wichtiger Ort für Gottesdienste.

The altar is an important place for worship services.

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devotion

Ex: In der Andacht beten die Gläubigen gemeinsam.

In the devotion, the believers pray together.

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baptism

Ex: Viele Familien feiern die Taufe mit einem Fest.

Many families celebrate the baptism with a party.

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communion

Ex: In der Kirche bereiten sich die Kinder lange auf die Kommunion vor.

In the church, children prepare for a long time for communion.

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confession

Ex: In der Kirche gibt es einen Beichtstuhl für die Beichte.

There is a confessional in the church for confession.

fasten [Verb]
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to fast

Ex: Fasten hilft manchen, sich körperlich und geistig zu reinigen.

Fasting helps some people to cleanse themselves physically and mentally.

opfern [Verb]
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to sacrifice

Ex: In manchen Kulturen werden Gaben den Göttern geopfert.

In some cultures, offerings are sacrificed to the gods.

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afterlife

Ex: Was nach dem Tod im Jenseits geschieht, bleibt ein Geheimnis.

What happens after death in the afterlife remains a mystery.

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paradise

Ex: In religiösen Texten ist das Paradies der Lohn für ein gutes Leben.

In religious texts, paradise is the reward for a good life.

ungläubig [Adjective]
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unbelieving

Ex: Manchmal schaut sie ungläubig, wenn sie etwas Überraschendes hört.

Sometimes she looks skeptical when she hears something surprising.

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to sin

Ex: Die Gläubigen bitten Gott um Vergebung, wenn sie sündigen.

Believers ask God for forgiveness when they sin.

pilgern [Verb]
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to make a pilgrimage

Ex: Tausende Gläubige pilgern während des Ramadans nach Mekka.

Thousands of believers make a pilgrimage to Mecca during Ramadan.

taufen [Verb]
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to baptize

Ex: In der Kirche werden neue Mitglieder oft getauft.

New members are often baptized in the church.

verehren [Verb]
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to worship

Ex: Die Menschen verehren diese Gottheit seit Jahrhunderten.

People have worshipped this deity for centuries.

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