성별하다
To make or declare something sacred or holy, often through a formal religious ceremony.
예문:
"The archbishop arrived to consecrate the newly built cathedral."
"The priest used a special ritual to consecrate the bread and wine for the ceremony."
서품하다
To ordain someone to a sacred office, especially that of a bishop.
예문:
"He was consecrated as the new bishop of the diocese last Sunday."
"The council met to decide which candidate should be consecrated to the high office."
바치다
To devote or dedicate something, such as one's life or energy, exclusively to a particular purpose or cause.
예문:
"She decided to consecrate her entire career to finding a cure for the disease."
"They consecrated their resources to the preservation of the ancient forest."
존중하다
To make something an object of honor or respect, especially through long-standing tradition or history.
예문:
"This ancient custom has been consecrated by centuries of practice."
"The battlefield was consecrated by the blood of those who fought for freedom."