christening

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But when the minds of all men are made clear as crystal then a christening will be appointed for this stallion, and his name will be Kalki, and by the rider upon this stallion Antan will be redeemed Well," Manuel said, "that seems fair enough.

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  1. noun The Christian sacrament of baptizing and naming an infant.

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  • She came up here for the christening, and Mildred had a get-together for some friends, with Mrs. Ascott delivering spirit messages. —  Braun_lilian_Jackson_09_The_Cat_Who_went_Underground
  • Our exclusive designs provide ultimate comfort and style for your christening, baptism or blessing ceremony. —  Catholic Online > Daily Readings
  • A christening is a landmark in any child's life - make it something everyone will remember —  Lil' Duck Duck
  • The boat's christening is at 5: 30 p.m. on the campus 'riverbank.
  • Wii as a form of christening, and my adventure as Shinra, a passionate and courageous young man, finally began. —  Destructoid
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/ˈkrɪsnɪŋ/
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