baby dedication
"Baby dedication" is a ceremonial practice in many Protestant Christian communities where parents commit to raising their child in accordance with their faith.
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Definition
B2Christianity
(religious, ceremonial)A ceremony where parents present their infant to the congregation and commit to raising the child with Christian values.
Example
- During the baby dedication, the parents promised to raise their child in the church.
C1Christianity
(religious, symbolic)An event where parents pledge before the church to guide their child's spiritual and moral growth.
Example
- The pastor led the baby dedication, emphasizing the parents' role in their child's spiritual journey.