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

Every day we should hear at least one little song, read one good poem, see one exquisite picture, and, if possible, speak a few sensible words.
Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe