real presence

Noun

Meaning

(Christianity) the Christian doctrine that the body of Christ is actually present in the Eucharist

Source: WordNet

Synonyms

loaf existing bread wafer elements authentic existence actual attendance actual being actuality essence actual reality actual existence bodily presence concrete presence perceived presence personal attendance
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Antonyms

lost past incorrectly inaccurately missing slovenly
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Hypernyms

gospel creed church doctrine religious doctrine

Examples

The real presence of truth is not in every word of truth, because of the wear and tear of words, and the fleeting multiplicity of arguments. One must have the gift of persuasion, of leaving to truth its speaking simplicity, its solemn unfoldings. Henri Barbusse

In Bucer's reply dated 28 November 1547, he denied the corporeal real presence and condemned transubstantiation and the adoration of the elements. Source: Internet

A hunky bundle of tact and sensitivity, Sho is a real presence on stage; he is alert to all of the action around him, acting well even when he is not speaking. Source: Internet

How fitting to make this prayerful walk that carries the real presence of Christ beyond the sanctuary of our liturgical home into the world into which it is our Christ-given mission to bear his presence. Source: Internet

The United Methodist Church affirms the real presence of Christ in Holy Communion, but does not hold to transubstantiation. Source: Internet

Reformed churches Classical Presbyterianism held Calvin's view of "pneumatic presence" or "spiritual feeding", a real presence by the Spirit for those who have faith. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

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