I am searching for a right word in english which conveys a message to that I am doing this because I prayed to god. For example: I will offer my hair, if I pass out my final examinations; So, In the cited example I would like to know an alternative/correct term in english???
2007-07-26 12:08:43 · 3 answers · asked by O K 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Languages
sacrifice?
Might depend on your religion...
2007-07-26 12:18:55 · answer #1 · answered by Goddess of Grammar 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeah, "offering" would be a good word. You could also say "making an oblation" which is related to the Latin word oblatus (which is from the Latin offerre, to offer). An oblatus is a person offered to the service of a monastic or other religious settlement. An oblation is a religious offering, so you would be making an oblation of your hair in thanks and recognition to your deity for his/her/its/their assistance in helping you pass your finals.
2007-07-26 19:53:30 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
In obedience to God's will I am cutting my hair and donating it to Lock's of Love.
God does not take exams. It is for you to study.
2007-07-30 13:26:07 · answer #3 · answered by Gracie L 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋