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Holy Spirit

[hoh-lee spir-it] / ˈhoʊ li ˈspɪr ɪt /


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Nigeria's Brotherhood of the Cross and Star sees in its founder, the late Olumba Olumba Obu, "the Holy Spirit" and "the Triune God", according to its website.

From Barron's • Dec. 25, 2025

“The internet was a genuine worship space where the Holy Spirit was present,” Mr. Jin said in a 2024 lecture.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 23, 2025

In more Pentecostal-style Christianity, it can mean an awakening to the power of the Holy Spirit and the “gifts” that come with that—speaking in tongues, for example, or faith healing.

From Slate • Oct. 1, 2025

The NAR is a loosely organized but influential charismatic Christian movement that shares similarities with Pentecostalism, especially in its belief that God actively communicates with believers through the Holy Spirit.

From Salon • Jul. 11, 2025

He sang like the Holy Spirit had descended on him with a cleansing fire.

From "The Serpent King" by Jeff Zentner