Word of the Day -- Oblation

[Jace]

Oblation...n.

Def.: The act of offering something, a charitable act or gift.

There should be much Oblation by those who are able.

 

[Lavinia]

Pilgrims visiting a shrine are expected to leave an oblation.

 

[Kaila]

If people are waiting in a long queue, it might be good timing,
for a worthy cause volunteer to ask people for a standing oblation.

 

[ohioboy]

There is an obligation for oblation.

 

[SeniorBen]

oblation
noun

• the offering to God of the elements of bread and wine in the Eucharist.
• the whole office of the Eucharist.
• the act of making an offering, especially to a deity.
• any offering for religious or charitable uses.