canonization
[ˌkænənɪˈzeɪʃən]
nounfemininepl: canonizations / canonizações
canonização
1. The official declaration by the Roman Catholic Church that a deceased person is a saint
The canonization of Mother Teresa was celebrated by millions of Catholics worldwide.
A canonização de Madre Teresa foi celebrada por milhões de católicos em todo o mundo.
2. The act of treating something as an established principle or rule; the elevation of something to a position of supreme authority or importance
The canonization of jazz music in academic institutions reflects its cultural significance.
A canonização da música jazz em instituições acadêmicas reflete sua importância cultural.
3. The inclusion of a text or work in an official list or collection of sacred or authoritative works
The canonization of the biblical texts occurred over centuries through church councils.
A canonização dos textos bíblicos ocorreu ao longo de séculos através de concílios da Igreja.
In Brazil, canonization is primarily a religious term used within Catholic communities, particularly significant given Brazil's large Catholic population. The term has also gained secular usage in academic and cultural discussions about establishing canons in literature, music, and art. The Vatican's canonization processes are widely followed and celebrated in Brazil. In the USA, the word is used similarly in religious contexts but also frequently appears in literary criticism and cultural studies to describe the establishment of 'canonical' works.
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