laying on of hands
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laying on of hands
noun layings on of hands · laying-on of hands
- The practice of using touch to communicate spiritual energy from one person to another, especially as an act of healing. And when Simon ſaw that through laying on of the Apoſtles hands', the holy Ghoſt was giuen, hee offered them money,[…]
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The charism whereby new bishops are initiated into the apostolic succession.
Similar: chirothesia
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noun using touch to communicate spiritual energy from one person to another
| Français | imposition des mains, apposition des mains |
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| Deutsch | Handauflegen, Handauflegung |
| Română | punerea mâinilor |
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