das heilschaffende Wort im Ggs. zum Fluch. Oft ist der S. von Handlungen begleitet (Handauflegen, Kreuzzeichen) oder an ein Amt gebunden (Priester, Prophet, Familienoberhaupt).
ETYM AS. bletsung. Related to Bless.
1. A desirable state; SYN. boon.
2. The act of praying for divine protection; SYN. benediction.
3. The formal act of giving approval; SYN. approval, approving.
1. That which is asked or granted as a benefit or favor; a gift.
2. A prayer or petition.