Definition of "doxology" [dox•ol•o•gy]

• An expression of praise to God, especially a short hymn sung as part of a Christian worship service. (noun)

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• "The word doxology comes from two Greek roots: doxa, which means “glory,” and logos, which refers to “words.”"
• "Greek, "The blessing, the glory, the wisdom, the thanksgiving, the honor, the power, the might [the doxology is sevenfold, implying its totality and completeness], unto the ages of the ages.""
• "A doxology is a short hymn of praise to God in various Christian worship services."