Carrie Vocabulary List 1

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Blasphemy

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The act of insulting or showing contempt or lack of reverence for God or something sacred.

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Atonement

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Reparation for an offense or injury; satisfaction. In Christian theology, it refers to the reconciliation of God and humankind through the sacrificial death of Jesus Christ.

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Penance

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An act of self-abasement, mortification, or devotion performed to show sorrow or repentance for sin.

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Nebulous

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Indistinct or vague; lacking definite form or limits.

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Exaltation

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Glorification.

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Abate

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To reduce in degree or intensity; to lessen or diminish.

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Expiate

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To make amends for; to atone for wrongdoing.

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Trepidation

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A feeling of fear or agitation about something that may happen.

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Pagan

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A person holding religious beliefs other than those of the main world religions; often used to describe polytheistic or nature-based religions.

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Phenomenon

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An observable event or occurrence; something that can be perceived by the senses.