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office of the dead

/ˈɒfɪs əv ðə ded/

Traduction: Ensemble de prières et de lectures liturgiques de la tradition chrétienne, en particulier dans l'Église catholique, dites pour le repos des âmes des défunts. Souvent associé aux rites funéraires ou aux offices des défunts.

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/ˈɒfɪs əv ðə ded/formal
  • frEnsemble de prières et de lectures liturgiques de la tradition chrétienne, en particulier dans l'Église catholique, dites pour le repos des âmes des défunts. Souvent associé aux rites funéraires ou aux offices des défunts.

A set of liturgical prayers and readings in the Christian tradition, particularly in the Catholic Church, recited for the repose of the souls of the deceased. It is often part of funeral rites or memorial services.

  1. Liturgical prayer for the deceasedC2formal

    A set of prayers, psalms, and readings in Christian liturgy, particularly in the Catholic and Orthodox traditions, recited or sung for the repose of the souls of the dead.

    froffice des morts

    • The monks chanted the Office of the Dead during the funeral vigil.
    • She requested the Office of the Dead to be recited for her late husband.
    • The Office of the Dead is traditionally performed on All Souls' Day.