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Definition of Transfiguration
1. Noun. (Christianity) a church festival held in commemoration of the Transfiguration of Jesus.
Exact synonyms: August 6, Transfiguration Day
Category relationships: Christian Religion, Christianity
Generic synonyms: Christian Holy Day
Derivative terms: Transfigure
Category relationships: Christian Religion, Christianity
Generic synonyms: Christian Holy Day
Derivative terms: Transfigure
2. Noun. (New Testament) the sudden emanation of radiance from the person of Jesus.
Exact synonyms: Transfiguration Of Jesus
Category relationships: New Testament
Generic synonyms: Miracle
Derivative terms: Transfigure
Category relationships: New Testament
Generic synonyms: Miracle
Derivative terms: Transfigure
3. Noun. A striking change in appearance or character or circumstances. "The metamorphosis of the old house into something new and exciting"
4. Noun. The act of transforming so as to exalt or glorify.
Definition of Transfiguration
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