liturgia

[li-tur-ˈji-ə]
nounfemininepl: liturgias
liturgy
1. The prescribed order of religious rituals and ceremonies, especially in Christian churches
The priest followed the liturgy during the Sunday mass.
O padre seguiu a liturgia durante a missa de domingo.
2. A form of public worship or religious service with set formulas and rituals
The Eastern Orthodox liturgy is rich in symbolism and tradition.
A liturgia ortodoxa oriental é rica em simbolismo e tradição.
3. The established ritual structure and texts used in religious ceremonies
Changes to the liturgy require approval from church authorities.
Mudanças na liturgia requerem aprovação das autoridades da igreja.
In Brazil, the term 'liturgia' is primarily used in religious contexts, particularly within the Catholic Church, Protestant denominations, and Pentecostal churches. The Catholic Church's liturgical reforms and the Latin American liberation theology movement have made discussions of liturgia significant in Brazilian religious discourse. The term is also used academically in theology and religious studies programs.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
ritualcerimôniacultoserviço religioso

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
liturgia
Standard usage across Brazil in religious and formal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
liturgia
Common in Catholic and Pentecostal church contexts
São Paulo
liturgia
Used formally in Catholic, Protestant, and ecumenical settings
Portugal
liturgia
Standard usage, particularly in Catholic Church and academic theological contexts

Related Words

eucaristiasacramentomissaoraçãocultorito

Related Idioms & Phrases

seguir a liturgia - to follow the established procedures or rituals
liturgia da palavra - liturgy of the word (scripture reading portion of mass)
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