What is another word for invocations?

Pronunciation: [ɪnvə͡ʊkˈe͡ɪʃənz] (IPA)

When it comes to invocations, there are many synonyms to choose from. These include prayers, blessings, incantations, recitations, and supplications. Invocations are often used to invoke or call upon a deity, spirit, or supernatural being for guidance, protection, or aid. In some cases, they are used for worship or meditation. Invocations have been used throughout history in various cultures and belief systems, from ancient rituals to modern spiritual practices. No matter what word is used to describe it, an invocation is a powerful tool for connecting with something greater than oneself and seeking spiritual guidance or support.

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  • Independent

    • Proper noun, plural
      callouts.
    • Proper noun, singular
      callmanager.
    • Noun, plural
      callouts.

What are the hypernyms for Invocations?

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Usage examples for Invocations

The modern invocations have a dignity of their own, but they are not to be compared for devotional power and simple majesty with the more ancient ones.
"A Short History of the Book of Common Prayer"
William Reed Huntington
invocations, deprecations, and thanksgivings are all mentioned by Mr. Hodgson; and they are all attended by offerings or sacrifices; libations attend the sacrifices, and feasting follows the libations.
"The Ethnology of the British Colonies and Dependencies"
Robert Gordon Latham
David had not only attempted simple songs, but also, as we have seen, more extended invocations of Jehovah; and the skilled musical accompaniment which now came to the aid of religious song in the families of the musicians, must have contributed to still greater elevation and choice of expression.
"The History of Antiquity, Vol. II (of VI)"
Max Duncker

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