| NOUN | time | Ascension of the Lord, Ascension, Ascension Day | (Christianity) celebration of the Ascension of Christ into heaven |
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| Meaning | (Christianity) celebration of the Ascension of Christ into heaven; observed on the 40th day after Easter. | |
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| Synonyms | Ascension, Ascension Day | |
| Category | Christianity, Christian religion | A monotheistic system of beliefs and practices based on the Old Testament and the teachings of Jesus as embodied in the New Testament and emphasizing the role of Jesus as savior |
| Broader | holy day of obligation | A day when Catholics must attend Mass and refrain from servile work, and Episcopalians must take Communion |