Holy Spirit

noun

: the third person of the Christian Trinity

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Pentecostalism, a movement within Protestant Christianity, is a denomination that can be traced back as early as 1900’s and emphasizes manifestations of the Holy Spirit — such as supernatural healing and speaking in tongues. Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 12 June 2025 In an adaptation of the popular 2007 Christian novel, Oscar winner Octavia Spencer plays Papa, who's actually God, living in a mystical shack with Jesus (Avraham Aviv Alush) and the Holy Spirit (Sumire). James Mercadante, EW.com, 5 June 2025 Catholic theology teaches that the Holy Spirit has input. Emmett Coyne, The Hill, 23 May 2025 The mother-daughter duo stepped out together for the Mother Daughter Holy Spirit event series. James Factora, Them., 23 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for Holy Spirit

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14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of Holy Spirit was in the 14th century

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“Holy Spirit.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Holy%20Spirit. Accessed 26 Jun. 2025.

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Holy Spirit

noun
: the third person of the Christian Trinity

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