Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Office Of The Dead.
Office Of The Dead - as a noun
An office read or sung before a burial mass in the roman catholic church
Example Sentences
"The office of the dead is a traditional Christian liturgy for praying for the souls of the deceased."
"In Catholicism, the office of the dead is also known as the Office for the Dead or the Office of the Defunct."
"During the office of the dead, specific psalms and prayers are recited for the deceased."
"The office of the dead is often celebrated on All Souls' Day and during funeral rites."
"In some monastic orders, the office of the dead is chanted daily as part of their regular prayer schedule."
