Liturgy
/ˈlɪt.ər.dʒi/noun
A form or formulary according to which public religious worship, especially Christian worship, is conducted.
Did you know?Historically, liturgies were not just religious; they were communal acts of civic duty, binding society through shared rituals and beliefs, often invoking powerful spiritual forces.
Etymological Timeline
Ancient Greek
Greek
λειτουργία (leitourgia)
“A public service or duty, often linked to the worship of the gods.”
4th Century
Late Latin
liturgia
“The Christian rite of public worship, derived from the Greek.”
Middle English
Middle English
liturge
“The form of public worship, especially in the Christian church.”
Modern English
English
liturgy
“The established form of worship in a church, especially pertaining to Christian rituals.”
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