penitential
Example Sentences
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Weeks later, during the penitential Yom Kippur prayers in a small Berlin synagogue, Rosenzweig reversed his decision.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 6, 2026
In 2022, Pope Francis made a "penitential pilgrimage" across Canada, where he offered an apology to local tribal leaders.
From BBC • Nov. 15, 2025
It also marks the beginning of the penitential Lenten season.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 14, 2024
It’s the last gasp of fun before the penitential season of Lent begins.
From Washington Post • Feb. 28, 2022
Not all the brothers feel bound to perform this penitential service every Passion Week, and, indeed, not all the brotherhoods.
From Spanish Highways and Byways by Bates, Katharine Lee
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