Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lection
Noun
/ˈlɛkʃən/
Definition
A selection or reading from a book, especially a scripture used in church services.
Examples
- Today’s lection was from the Book of Psalms.
- During the service, the lection focused on themes of love and forgiveness.
- In the Catholic Church, the lection for Sunday is often selected to align with the liturgical season.
Meaning
A lection is often a passage that is chosen for ritualistic reading during a religious or liturgical service.
Synonyms
- Reading
- Passage
- Extract
