Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

rogation

noun

/rəʊˈɡeɪʃən/

Definition

A formal request or supplication, often in a religious context.

Examples

The church held a rogation procession to ask for blessings on the crops.
During the rogation days, the community gathered to pray for a fruitful harvest.

Meaning

Rogation refers to the act of asking or requesting, especially in rituals or prayers, highlighting the importance of communication with a higher authority.