Passion play

Passion play

n.

A dramatic performance, of medieval origin, that represents the events associated with the Passion of Jesus.

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Passion play

n

(Theatre) a play depicting the Passion of Christ

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pas′sion play`

n.

(sometimes caps.) a dramatization of Christ's Passion, typically performed by amateur actors during Lent.

[1865–70]

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passion play

A type of mystery play that originated in the Middle Ages and sought to represent the suffering and death of Christ.

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Thesaurus

Noun

1.

Passion play - a play representing the Passion of Christ drama, dramatic play, play - a dramatic work intended for performance by actors on a stage; "he wrote several plays but only one was produced on Broadway"

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Translations

Passion Play

n → rappresentazione f della Passione di Cristo

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