Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pentecostes
noun
/ˈpɛntɪˌkɔst/
Definition
Pentecost is a Christian feast celebrating the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles and other followers of Jesus Christ.
Examples
- Many Christians attend special church services to commemorate Pentecost.
- Pentecost is marked by the vibrant display of red symbols representing the Holy Spirit.
- The festival of Pentecost is significant to many denominations of Christianity.
Meaning
The word ‘Pentecost’ comes from the Greek ‘Pentēkostē,’ meaning ‘fiftieth,’ which refers to the festival occurring fifty days after Easter.
Synonyms
- Whitsun
- Feast of Weeks
- Pentecostal