Catholic Word of the Day: APOLYSIS, 07-02-12

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APOLYSIS

The blessing by the Greek priest at the end of Mass, Matins, or Vespers. Called a Great Apolysis after the liturgy, baptisms, and marriages; a Little Apolysis at other times. (Etym. Greek apolysis, dismissal.)

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A blessing

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