penitent in the Oxford-Hachette French Dictionary

Translations for penitent in the English»French Dictionary

penitent [Brit ˈpɛnɪt(ə)nt, Am ˈpɛnətnt] N ADJ (gen)

penitent REL

pénitent/-e m/f

Translations for penitent in the French»English Dictionary

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penitent in the PONS Dictionary

Translations for penitent in the English»French Dictionary

I.penitent N

penitent

pénitent(e) m (f)

II.penitent ADJ form

penitent

pénitent(e)

Monolingual examples (not verified by PONS Editors)

English

In medieval artworks, the shirt is only visible (uncovered) on humble characters, such as shepherds, prisoners, and penitents.

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A central activity are processions with penitents led by seven large crosses which have been in the care of seven family for generations.

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During this nine-hour marathon procession, about 4,000 penitents carry 13 pasos around all the city.

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Before the absolution, the penitent makes an act of contrition, a prayer declaring sorrow for sin.

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During the time they worked out their penances, the penitents often had special places in church and wore special garments to indicate their status.

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There, in solitude, cloistered and penitent, she reviewed in a new light her former life and sought forgiveness.

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She appears penitent and reverent, and her chains have been broken, an indication that, after her temporary suffering, she is destined for heaven.

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Fasting was a key feature of penitent behaviour.

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However, where it is practiced, there is an understanding among the clergy that there is an inviolable confidence between the individual priest and the penitent.

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A crucifix or cross might be placed above the screen or anywhere near the penitent to aid in prayer.

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