Odour Of Sanctity Definition

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(chiefly Christianity ODOUR OF SANCTITY , usually likened to flowers, said to be emitted by the corpses of saints.

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A state of or reputation for holiness .

To die in odour of sanctity.
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A general aura of holiness .

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Origin of Odour Of Sanctity

  • Compare French en odeur de sainteté .

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