adjective

liturgisch

liturgical

The German word "liturgisch" is an adjective that means "liturgical" or "related to liturgy". It derives from the noun "Liturgie," which refers to a formal and public religious service or worship practice. The term "liturgisch" is used to describe practices, elements, or settings associated with structured worship in various religious traditions, particularly in Christianity.

Similar words in German include "gottesdienstlich" (worship-related) and "sakral" (sacred).

The difference between "liturgisch" and these similar terms is that "liturgisch" specifically pertains to the formal rites and rituals of worship, while "gottesdienstlich" can refer more generally to any service or aspect of worship, and "sakral" refers to objects, places, or practices that are sacred or holy.

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Examples

Die Kirche folgt einem liturgischen Kalender.adjective

The church follows a liturgical calendar.

Der Gottesdienst hat eine liturgische Ordnung.adjective

The service has a liturgical order.

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