Term Definition:

Blessing

Blessing

A physical or verbal act that invokes divine energy to bestow protection, health, or good fortune upon a person, place, or event. In Druidry and Celtic spirituality, blessings are often connected to the natural world and may involve offerings to the spirits of the land. They can be given by individuals, as well as by priests or priestesses within a ritual setting.

PronunciationBLES-ing
Origin LanguageOld English

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