Definition of ascension

ascensionnoun

sự thăng thiên

/əˈsenʃn//əˈsenʃn/

The word "ascension" comes from the Latin "ascendere," which means "to climb" or "to mount." This Latin verb is derived from "ascendere," which in turn is formed from "ad-" (meaning "to" or "toward") and "scendere" (meaning "to go up" or "to climb"). In English, the word "ascension" originally referred to the act of climbing or mounting, such as ascending a mountain or a social class. In Christian theology, the term "ascension" specifically refers to the event in which Jesus Christ is said to have ascended into heaven 40 days after his resurrection. Over time, the term has also been used metaphorically to describe anything that involves rising above or overcoming difficulties.

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the act of moving up or of reaching a high position

hành động tiến lên hoặc đạt tới vị trí cao

Example:
  • her ascension to the throne

    sự lên ngôi của bà

the journey of Jesus from the earth into heaven

cuộc hành trình của Chúa Giêsu từ trái đất lên thiên đàng

Example:
  • the death, resurrection and ascension of Jesus Christ

    sự chết, sự phục sinh và sự thăng thiên của Chúa Jesus Christ

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