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   exaltation

   /ˌɛɡzɔːlˈteɪʃn/

   noun

   • 1. a feeling or state of extreme happiness: "she was in a frenzy of exaltation and terror" Similar elationexultationjoyjoyfulnessjoyousnessraptureecstasyblisshappinessdelightgladnessgleeexuberanceexhilarationexcitementtransportsOpposite sadness
   • 2. the action of elevating someone in rank or power: "the exaltation of Jesus to the Father's right hand" Similar elevationraisingrisepromotionadvancementupgradingennoblementaggrandizementOpposite lowering
   • 3. the action of praising someone or something highly: "the exaltation of the army as a place for brotherhood" Similar praisepraisingextolmentacclamationgloryglorificationglorifyingreverencereveringvenerationveneratingworshipworshippinghero-worshiphero-worshippingadorationidolizationidolizinglionizationlionizingdeificationdeifyinghomagetributehigh regardhigh esteemrare:laudationlaudingmagnificationmagnifyingOpposite disparagement
   • 4. a flock of larks: rare "what a sound an exaltation of larks must make"

   Word Origin late Middle English (in the sense ‘the action of raising high’): from late Latin exaltatio(n-), from Latin exaltare ‘raise aloft’ (see exalt).

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   Jul 9, 2024 · Purpose. Romanticism was characterized by its emphasis on emotion and individualism as well as the glorification of the past and nature, preferring the medieval over the classical.

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   Jun 24, 2024 · The feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross celebrates two historical events: the discovery of the True Cross by Saint Helena, the mother of the Emperor Constantine, in 320 under the temple of...

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   Jul 10, 2024 · The meaning of EXALT is to raise in rank, power, or character. How to use exalt in a sentence.

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   Jun 18, 2024 · noun: The act or state of triumphant joy. ETYMOLOGY: From Latin exsultare (to exult, to leap up), from ex- (out) + saltare (to leap), frequentative of salire (to leap). Earliest documented use: 1425. USAGE: “Enzo as a competitor, grinning with exultation at the wheel.”.

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   Jun 22, 2024 · The feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross celebrates two historical events: the discovery of the True Cross by Saint Helena, the mother of the Emperor Constantine, in 320 under the temple of Venus in Jerusalem, and the dedication in 335 of the basilica and shrine built on Calvary by Constantine, which mark the site of the ...

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   Jun 28, 2024 · Ascension, in Christian belief, the ascent of Jesus Christ into heaven on the 40th day after his Resurrection (Easter being reckoned as the first day). The Ascension represents the glorification and exaltation of Jesus following his death and Resurrection, as well as his return to God the Father.

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   Jun 18, 2024 · Scattered at various points throughout the ecliptic are the planets’ degrees of exaltation (high influence), opposite to which are their degrees of dejection (low influence). Various arcs of the zodiac , then, are either primarily or secondarily subject to each planet, whose strength and influence in a geniture (nativity) depend ...

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   Jul 1, 2024 · Exaltation of the Holy Cross Novena. Jesus, Who because of Your burning love for us willed to be crucified and to shed Your Most Precious Blood for the redemption and salvation of our souls, look down upon us and grant the petition we ask for … (mention here) We trust completely in Your Mercy.

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    Jun 28, 2024 · God’s principle of humility and then exaltation never changes. When Jesus had humbled Himself, God exalted Him highly and gave Him a name that is above every name. Many times pride and self-justification have been a hindrance to promotion. It is no wonder God resists such proud people.

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    Jul 3, 2024 · September 14 is the day that the Catholic Church celebrates the feast day of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross. The line occurs during the Second Reading for the day, and is taken from St. Paul’s Letter to the Philippians. He humbled himself, becoming obedient to death, even death on a cross. Who is “he?”