libationlaɪˈbeɪ ʃən
libation (n)
- plural
- libations
English Definitions:
libation (noun)
(facetious) a serving of an alcoholic beverage
libation (noun)
a serving (of wine) poured out in honor of a deity
libation (noun)
the act of pouring a liquid offering (especially wine) as a religious ceremony
libation (Noun)
The act of pouring a liquid or liquor, usually wine, either on the ground or on a victim in sacrifice, in honor of some deity.
libation (Noun)
The wine or liquid thus poured out.
libation (Noun)
A beverage, especially an alcoholic one (often used humorously).
Libation
A libation is a ritual pouring of a liquid as an offering to a god or spirit or in memory of those who have died. It was common in many religions of antiquity and continues to be offered in various cultures today. Various substances have been used for libations, most commonly wine or olive oil, and in India, ghee. The vessels used in the ritual, including the patera, often had a significant form which differentiated them from secular vessels. The libation could be poured onto something of religious significance or into the earth.
Libation
A libation is a ritual pouring of a liquid, or grains such as rice, as an offering to a deity or spirit, or in memory of the dead. It was common in many religions of antiquity and continues to be offered in cultures today. Various substances have been used for libations, most commonly wine or other alcoholic drinks, olive oil, honey, and in India, ghee. The vessels used in the ritual, including the patera, often had a significant form which differentiated them from secular vessels. The libation could be poured onto something of religious significance, such as an altar, or into the earth. In East Asia, pouring an offering of rice into a running stream symbolizes the detachment from karma and bad energy.
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