laying on of hands
noun phrase
: the act of laying hands usually on a person's head to confer a spiritual blessing (as in Christian ordination, confirmation, or faith healing)
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“Laying on of hands.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/laying%20on%20of%20hands. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.
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