vigilia

[US]/vɪˈdʒɪliə/
[UK]/vɪˈdʒɪliə/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.the eve or night before an important day or event; a vigil

Example Sentences

orthodox christians observe a strict vigilia before the feast of the epiphany.

members of the community held a candlelight vigilia for the victims of the tragedy.

the family gathered for a quiet vigilia on the night before the funeral.

in the monastery, the monks kept a solemn vigilia in the dark chapel.

a protest vigilia was organized outside the government building to demand justice.

the bishop led the long vigilia service which lasted until dawn.

believers spent the night in prayer and vigilia to mark the holy day.

the students maintained a silent vigilia in the university square for forty-eight hours.

during the christmas vigilia, many families share a special meal after fasting.

a prayer vigilia for peace was held in the cathedral late last night.

activists kept a continuous vigilia outside the embassy for over a week.

the easter vigilia is considered the most important liturgical event of the year.

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