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What does Ascension mean?

Looking for the meaning or definition of the word Ascension? Here's what it means.

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  1. (religion) entering heaven while still alive
  2. (Christianity) specifically, the believed entry of Jesus Christ into heaven after his resurrection.
  3. (Christianity) a holiday celebrating the Ascension of Jesus, 40 days after Easter.
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This particular hymn 28 celebrates the paradox of the incarnation, alluding to the feasts of Easter and the Ascension.
The window on the east wing depicts the crucifixion while the Lady Chapel features a spectacular scene of the Ascension.
It is a good promise to hear in the gap between Ascension Day and the Day of Pentecost.
Jesus' words address the situation of every generation of the church since the Ascension.
After the Resurrection and the Ascension of Jesus, the disciples were filled with the power of the Holy Spirit.
This text uniquely ties together the Ascension and our need to be witnesses of this glorious event and of all the life and teachings of Christ.

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