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Relates to the liturgy, that is, the fixed order and the complete set of rituals and prayers of a religious service, especially in Christianity.
Der Chor sang während der Messe mehrere liturgische Gesänge.
The choir sang several liturgical chants during the mass.
The adjective 'liturgisch' (liturgical) is derived directly from the noun 'die Liturgie' (the liturgy). The ending '-isch' means 'belonging to the liturgy' or 'concerning the liturgy'.
Die Liturgie in dieser Kirche folgt einem sehr alten Ritus.
The liturgy in this church follows a very old rite.
'Liturgisch' (liturgical) describes elements of a church service. Common combinations are 'liturgische Texte' (liturgical texts), 'liturgische Gewänder' (liturgical vestments), 'eine liturgische Handlung' (a liturgical act), or 'das liturgische Jahr' (the liturgical year).
Der Priester trug ein spezielles liturgisches Gewand.
The priest wore a special liturgical vestment.
This word is a technical term from the field of religion, especially Christianity. It is hardly used in normal everyday life.
Die Konferenz befasste sich mit liturgischen Reformen.
The conference dealt with liturgical reforms.
