聖霊
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Meanings
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the Holy Spirit; the Holy Ghost
Christian theological term referring to the third person of the Trinity.
The Holy Spirit descended.
In the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.
Usage patterns
- 聖霊に満たされるto be filled with the Holy Spirit
She was filled with the Holy Spirit and wept.
- 聖霊が降るfor the Holy Spirit to descend (upon someone)
The Holy Spirit descended upon the disciples.
- 聖霊を受けるto receive the Holy Spirit
It is believed that those who are baptized receive the Holy Spirit.