Homily ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Homily ( noun )

1. A religious discourse delivered in public usually by a member of the clergy as part of a church service.
2. A serious talk or lecture on moral or religious subject.

Origin:

From the late latin homilia, from greek homilia, from homilos "assemblage, company", from homos "same".

Examples:

1. The homily at the Sunday morning service focused on the importance of forgiveness.
2. The priest gave a homily on the dangers of pride and the virtues of humility.
3. The bishop's homily was so inspiring that the congregation gave him a standing ovation.
4. The homily was about the love of God and how we should show it to others.
5. He listened attentively to the homily, taking notes for later reflection.

(As a verb)

Homily ( verb )

1. A religious discourse delivered in public usually by a member of the clergy as part of a church service.
2. A serious talk or lecture on moral or religious subject.

Origin:

From the late latin homilia, from greek homilia, from homilos "assemblage, company", from homos "same".

Examples:

1. The homily at the Sunday morning service focused on the importance of forgiveness.
2. The priest gave a homily on the dangers of pride and the virtues of humility.
3. The bishop's homily was so inspiring that the congregation gave him a standing ovation.
4. The homily was about the love of God and how we should show it to others.
5. He listened attentively to the homily, taking notes for later reflection.