Kabanalan (en. Holiness)
ka-ba-na-lan
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
The state or quality of being holy.
Holiness is an important aspect of spiritual life.
Ang kabanalan ay isang mahalagang aspeto ng buhay espiritwal.
A characteristic of things or people regarded as sacred.
The rituals promote holiness in our traditions.
Ang mga ritwal ay nagtataguyod ng kabanalan sa aming mga tradisyon.
Recognition and respect for things that hold spiritual significance.
In church, people reflect their holiness.
Sa simbahan, sinasalamin ng mga tao ang kanilang kabanalan.
Etymology
Derived from the root 'banal' which means 'sacred' or 'divine'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
holiness of God
The characteristic or holiness of God.
kabanalan ng Diyos
living a life of holiness
Living with spiritual principles that are significant.
pamumuhay na may kabanalan
Related Words
holy
The characteristic that is sacred or exudes greatness.
banal
sacred
Regarded as sacred or having high value in a spiritual aspect.
sagrado
Slang Meanings
adherence to traditions and beliefs that are connected to God
The people here are really pious, they always pray before eating.
Sobrang kabanalan ng mga tao sa lugar na 'to, laging nagdadasal bago kumain.
seriousness and fear of God
His piety is evident in his actions, he votes based on his beliefs.
Ang kabanalan niya ay nakikita sa kanyang mga gawa, bumoboto siya batay sa kanyang paniniwala.