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ho·ly year
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Holy Yearnoun
(Roman Catholic Church) a period of remission from sin (usually granted every 25 years)
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holy year
A holy year, also known as a Jubilee Year, is a special year of remission of sins and universal pardon in various religions. In the Roman Catholic tradition, it is a year of forgiveness, reflection and pilgrimage, declared by the Pope every 25 or 50 years. Similarly, in Judaism, a Jubilee Year occurs every 50 years and involves the forgiveness of debts and the freeing of slaves. The specific practices and significance of a holy year can vary widely between different religious traditions.
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Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of holy year in Chaldean Numerology is: 7
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of holy year in Pythagorean Numerology is: 1
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