Associations to the word «Oblation»

Wiktionary

OBLATION, noun. The offering of worship, thanks etc. to a deity.
OBLATION, noun. A deed or gift offered charitably.
OBLATION, proper noun. The offering of bread and wine at the Eucharist

Dictionary definition

OBLATION, noun. The act of contributing to the funds of a church or charity; "oblations for aid to the poor".
OBLATION, noun. The act of offering the bread and wine of the Eucharist.

Wise words

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Nathaniel Hawthorne