Meaning of the word pentecost in English
What does pentecost mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
pentecost
US /ˈpen.t̬ɪ.kɑːst/
UK /ˈpen.tɪ.kɒst/
Noun
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the Christian festival celebrating the descent of the Holy Spirit on the disciples of Jesus after his Ascension, held on the seventh Sunday after Easter
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Many churches hold special services on Pentecost Sunday.
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The story of Pentecost is found in the Book of Acts.
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a Jewish festival, fifty days after the second day of Passover, celebrating the giving of the Law to Moses on Sinai and the harvest of the first fruits
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The Jewish festival of Pentecost is also known as Shavuot.
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During Pentecost, Jewish people celebrate the giving of the Torah.