vespers: meaning and definitions

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What is vespers?

What is vespers?

  • Ecclesiastical The sixth of the seven canonical hours.
  • Ecclesiastical A worship service held in the late afternoon or evening in many Western Christian churches.
  • Ecclesiastical The time of day appointed for this service.
  • Evensong.
  • Roman Catholic Church A service held on Sundays or holy days that includes the office of vespers.

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