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A mystical term, phrase or formula believed to have magical powers
“The whip takes effect when the practitioner lashes the air with it while reciting an invocation.”
The citing or mentioning someone or something
“This affinity almost declares itself when he quotes Orwell endorsing Milton's invocation of the known rules of ancient liberty.”
The act of conjuring or bringing about, typically in a mystical or divine manner
“The most important Mixtec ritual is also directed toward the invocation of rain.”
An earnest request, typically made to a divine being
“Arviragus and Elidurus march forth, with Evelinus's pathetic invocation to the Gods for their joint safety.”
A prayer asking for divine blessing
A call (sometimes personal) towards a particular way of life or career
Singing, especially as a chant is sung
A public lecture or reading, especially delivered at a college or university
A (typically religious) rite or ceremony
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