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holiness

[hoh-lee-nis] / ˈhoʊ li nɪs /


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The Archdiocese of New York recently released an update on reforms to its abuse response protocols, with Dolan arguing that “conversion is possible, healing is possible, holiness is possible even after great sin.”

From Salon Sep. 21, 2025

Nobody calls holiness home—although, ironically, doing so is an all-too-human habit.

From Slate May 15, 2024

Saturday’s rally took place during Shabbat, the weekly Jewish day of holiness and rest.

From Seattle Times Oct. 14, 2023

As part of Sukkot, the four species are held while saying a daily blessing — except on Shabbat — that is an expression of the holiness of the holiday.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 28, 2023

They examined the club carefully, while his holiness told them how a good one should be made.

From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White




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