holiness

Example Sentences

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Christian figures who embody ideals of goodness and holiness – saints, Mary and even Jesus – are the ones who rule the runway.

From Salon • May 17, 2026

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

From Slate • May 15, 2024

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

"There can be no mixing, then, of religious beliefs and violence, of holiness and oppression, of religious traditions and sectarianism," Francis said.

From Reuters • Sep. 3, 2023

People who make good choices in life, they unleash that holiness on the world.

From "Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet" by Joanne Proulx