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/ˌkɒnsɪˈkɹeɪʃən/ · noun
The act or ceremony of consecrating; the state of being consecrated; dedication..
Inthronization, in ancient times, immediately succeeded the rite of consecration; the new bishop being honourably placed in his episcopal chair by the prelates assembled for his consecration.
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Consecration means The act or ceremony of consecrating; the state of being consecrated; dedication..
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Inthronization, in ancient times, immediately succeeded the rite of consecration; the new bishop being honourably placed in his episcopal chair by the prelates assembled for his consecration.
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