Associations to the word «Invocation»

Wiktionary

INVOCATION, noun. The act or form of calling for the assistance or presence of some superior being; earnest and solemn entreaty; especially, prayer offered to a divine being.
INVOCATION, noun. A call or summons; especially, a judicial call, demand, or order; as, the invocation of papers or evidence into court.

Dictionary definition

INVOCATION, noun. A prayer asking God's help as part of a religious service.
INVOCATION, noun. An incantation used in conjuring or summoning a devil.
INVOCATION, noun. Calling up a spirit or devil.
INVOCATION, noun. The act of appealing for help.

Wise words

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