Laying On Of Hands

Synonyms of laying on of hands

• blessing
• imposition of hands
• healing touch

Antonyms of laying on of hands

• neglect
• ignoring
• removal of hands

Collocations of laying on of hands

healing

Frequency: 80 %

The laying on of hands is often used for healing purposes.

blessing

Frequency: 70 %

The priest performed the laying on of hands as a blessing for the couple.

ordination

Frequency: 60 %

The bishop conducted the laying on of hands ceremony for the ordination of the new priests.

spiritual

Frequency: 50 %

The laying on of hands is a spiritual practice in many religions.

empowerment

Frequency: 40 %

The guru used the laying on of hands to empower his followers.

Idiomatic Expressions for laying on of hands

• Phrase: Get the laying on of hands
  Meaning: To receive help or assistance, especially in a spiritual or healing context.
  Usage: After the accident, he went to the healer to get the laying on of hands.