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B1 Level Wordlist - Religion and Festivals

Here you will learn some English words about religion and festivals, such as "prayer", "eggnog", "bless", etc. prepared for B1 learners.

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Christmas
[noun]

the 25th of December on which Christians celebrate Jesus Christ's birth

Ex: In some cultures , it is traditional to serve a special meal on Christmas, featuring dishes that vary from country to country .
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an imaginary man with gray long beard wearing red clothes, which children believe brings presents for them at Christmas

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a religious song that is sung at Christmas or during Christmas holiday season

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eggnog
[noun]

a drink made with milk, sugar, eggs, and alcoholic beverages such as brandy or rum

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a long and large sock that children leave somewhere in their house before they go to bed on Christmas Eve so that later they can find it filled with presents

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a specific tree that is covered with lights and decorations and put in or outside houses at Christmas

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the 24th of December, which is the day before Christmas

Ex: On Christmas Eve, families gathered around the table for a cozy day of gift wrapping.
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mistletoe
[noun]

a plant with white berries that grows on other trees such as apple or oak, often used as Christmas decoration

Ex: The ancient Druids believed that mistletoe had mystical properties and hung it in their homes to ward off evil spirits and ensure fertility and prosperity .
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God
[noun]

the supernatural being that Muslims, Jews, and Christians worship and believe to be the creator of the universe

Ex: The church is dedicated to the worship of God.
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angel
[noun]

a spiritual and holy being with two white wings, believed to be a servant or agent of God

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elf
[noun]

a small human-like creature from fairy stories that has pointed ears and magical powers

Ex: According to folklore, elves would come out at night to dance and sing in the moonlight.
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Hanukkah
[noun]

an eight-day holiday when Jewish people celebrate the time that an important temple was given back to them

Ex: The story of Hanukkah reminds us of the triumph of light over darkness and the resilience of the Jewish people throughout history .
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miracle
[noun]

an occurrence or event that is impossible to be the work of a human being rather a supernatural power

Ex: Pilgrims traveled to the site where miracles were said to occur .
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eve
[noun]

the evening or day before an event, particularly a religious one

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Easter
[noun]

a holiday when Christians celebrate Jesus Christ's return to life after he died according to the Bible

Ex: The Easter season is often marked by various church services and community events that celebrate hope and renewal .
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a national holiday in the US and Canada when families gather and have a special meal to give thanks to God

Ex: Some people volunteer at soup kitchens on Thanksgiving to help those in need .
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to lead religious ceremonies, especially those within the Christian faith

Ex: The local monastery will celebrate the Feast of Saint Francis with a special Mass and procession .
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the action of honoring something, such as an important event, day, etc.

Ex: The annual celebration of Earth Day encourages communities to come together and participate in environmental clean-up activities .
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charity
[noun]

an organization that helps those in need by giving them money, food, etc.

Ex: The charity received recognition for its outstanding efforts in disaster relief .
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religion
[noun]

the belief in a higher power such as a god and the activities it involves or requires

Ex: She practices her religion by attending weekly services and participating in community outreach .
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prayer
[noun]

the action of praying to God or other higher powers

Ex: Meditation can be a form of prayer for some , offering a quiet space for reflection , connection , and spiritual communion .
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to pray
[Verb]

to speak to God or a deity, often to ask for help, express gratitude, or show devotion

Ex: The community gathers to pray during religious festivals .
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abbey
[noun]

a church with buildings connected to it in which a group of monks or nuns live or used to live

Ex: They have dedicated their lives to serving at the abbey, finding solace and purpose within its hallowed walls .
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cathedral
[noun]

the largest and most important church of a specific area, which is controlled by a bishop

Ex: During the holiday season , the cathedral is beautifully decorated with lights and festive ornaments .
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ceremony
[noun]

a formal public or religious occasion where a set of traditional actions are performed

Ex: The ceremony included a series of rituals passed down through generations .
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custom
[noun]

a way of behaving or of doing something that is widely accepted in a society or among a specific group of people

Ex: The custom of having afternoon tea is still popular in some parts of the UK .
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tradition
[noun]

an established way of thinking or doing something among a specific group of people

Ex: Some traditions are deeply rooted in cultural or religious practices .
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faith
[noun]

strong belief in a particular god or religion

Ex: The preacher 's powerful sermon inspired a renewed sense of faith among the congregation .
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religious
[Adjective]

related to or associated with religion, faith, or spirituality

Ex: The architectural style of the building reflected religious influences .
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believer
[noun]

someone who believes in a god or a particular religion

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to bless
[Verb]

to ask for divine favor or protection for a certain thing or person

Ex: As the storm approached , the villagers prayed for their homes to be blessed and spared .
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holy
[Adjective]

considered sacred within a religious context

Ex: She wore a necklace with a pendant featuring a holy symbol .
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priest
[noun]

a man who is trained to perform religious ceremonies in the Christian Church

Ex: Villagers gathered to hear the priest's Sunday sermon .
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the art or process of making something look more attractive by adding beautiful things to it

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