Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

stigmata

Noun

/stɪɡˈmɑːtə/

Definition

Stigmata are bodily marks, scars, or sensations of pain in locations corresponding to the crucifixion wounds of Jesus Christ.

Examples

Many saints throughout history, such as St. Francis of Assisi, are believed to have experienced stigmata.
Her experience was so profound that she viewed her stigmata as a spiritual gift rather than a burden.
People often gather in prayer to witness hopeful cases of stigmata in those they see as holy figures.

Meaning

The term ‘stigmata’ is often used to describe the phenomena where individuals bear marks or suffer sensations resembling those of Jesus during his crucifixion, often considered a sign of divine grace or spiritual experience.