What's the difference between sanctification and unsanctification?

Sanctification


Definition:

  • (n.) The act of sanctifying or making holy; the state of being sanctified or made holy;
  • (n.) the act of God's grace by which the affections of men are purified, or alienated from sin and the world, and exalted to a supreme love to God; also, the state of being thus purified or sanctified.
  • (n.) The act of consecrating, or of setting apart for a sacred purpose; consecration.

Example Sentences:

  • (1) The most important processes include the worship of omnipotence which is felt to be superior to human love and forgiveness, the clinging to omnipotence as a defence against depression, and the sanctification of grievance and revenge.
  • (2) Rona Fairhead will doubtless be duly impressive when she jumps over the parliamentary hurdles required for sanctification as chair of the BBC Trust.

Unsanctification


Definition:

  • (n.) Absence or lack of sanctification.

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