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kiss of peace

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kiss of peace
n.
A ceremonial gesture, such as a kiss or handclasp, used as a sign of love and union in some Christian churches during celebration of the Eucharist.
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Noun1.kiss of peace - (Roman Catholic Church) a greeting signifying Christian love for those assisting at the Eucharist
pax
greeting, salutation - (usually plural) an acknowledgment or expression of good will (especially on meeting)
Church of Rome, Roman Catholic Church, Roman Church, Western Church, Roman Catholic - the Christian Church based in the Vatican and presided over by a pope and an episcopal hierarchy


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Upon this occasion the Irish chieftains contended which should first offer to the young Prince their loyal homage and the kiss of peace.
Ivanhoe by Scott, Walter View in context
"The kiss of peace," says the shepherd; and then he kissed the women all round, and ven he'd done, the man vith the red nose began.
The Posthumous Papers Of The Pickwick Club by Dickens, Charles View in context
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