used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading It is undeniably a solemn moment, under any circumstances, and requires a strong heart, when any one deliberately surrenders himself, soul and body, to the keeping of another while life shall last; and this, or something like this, reserving the supreme claim of duty to the Creator, is the matrimonial contract.
touching and pressing; in opposition to
From this reading Moreover, looking at that surrender on its human side, he has the safeguard of distinct _provisos_ and regulations, and of the principles of theology, to secure him against tyranny on the part of his superiors.
all-perfect
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From this reading When the Christian binds himself by vows to a religious life, he makes a surrender to Him who is all-perfect, and whom he may unreservedly trust.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading In individual cases it may be made without thought or distress, but surveyed objectively, and as carried out into a sufficient range of instances, it is so tremendous an undertaking that nature seems to sink under its responsibilities.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading CALLISTA’S PREACHING, AND WHAT CAME OF IT.
one more of the same kind, or a different one
From this reading It is undeniably a solemn moment, under any circumstances, and requires a strong heart, when any one deliberately surrenders himself, soul and body, to the keeping of another while life shall last; and this, or something like this, reserving the supreme claim of duty to the Creator, is the matrimonial contract.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading It is undeniably a solemn moment, under any circumstances, and requires a strong heart, when any one deliberately surrenders himself, soul and body, to the keeping of another while life shall last; and this, or something like this, reserving the supreme claim of duty to the Creator, is the matrimonial contract.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading In individual cases it may be made without thought or distress, but surveyed objectively, and as carried out into a sufficient range of instances, it is so tremendous an undertaking that nature seems to sink under its responsibilities.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Moreover, looking at that surrender on its human side, he has the safeguard of distinct _provisos_ and regulations, and of the principles of theology, to secure him against tyranny on the part of his superiors.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading In individual cases it may be made without thought or distress, but surveyed objectively, and as carried out into a sufficient range of instances, it is so tremendous an undertaking that nature seems to sink under its responsibilities.
bindsnounUS /baɪndz/
plural of “bind” — something that hinders as if with bonds
From this reading When the Christian binds himself by vows to a religious life, he makes a surrender to Him who is all-perfect, and whom he may unreservedly trust.
the entire physical structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being)
From this reading It is undeniably a solemn moment, under any circumstances, and requires a strong heart, when any one deliberately surrenders himself, soul and body, to the keeping of another while life shall last; and this, or something like this, reserving the supreme claim of duty to the Creator, is the matrimonial contract.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading In individual cases it may be made without thought or distress, but surveyed objectively, and as carried out into a sufficient range of instances, it is so tremendous an undertaking that nature seems to sink under its responsibilities.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading When the Christian binds himself by vows to a religious life, he makes a surrender to Him who is all-perfect, and whom he may unreservedly trust.
CALLISTA'S
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From this reading CALLISTA’S PREACHING, AND WHAT CAME OF IT.
inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading CALLISTA’S PREACHING, AND WHAT CAME OF IT.
inflected form of “carry” — move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body
From this reading In individual cases it may be made without thought or distress, but surveyed objectively, and as carried out into a sufficient range of instances, it is so tremendous an undertaking that nature seems to sink under its responsibilities.
plural of “case” — an occurrence of something
From this reading In individual cases it may be made without thought or distress, but surveyed objectively, and as carried out into a sufficient range of instances, it is so tremendous an undertaking that nature seems to sink under its responsibilities.
relating to or characteristic of Christianity
From this reading When the Christian binds himself by vows to a religious life, he makes a surrender to Him who is all-perfect, and whom he may unreservedly trust.
your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you)
From this reading It is undeniably a solemn moment, under any circumstances, and requires a strong heart, when any one deliberately surrenders himself, soul and body, to the keeping of another while life shall last; and this, or something like this, reserving the supreme claim of duty to the Creator, is the matrimonial contract.
an assertion of a right (as to money or property)
From this reading It is undeniably a solemn moment, under any circumstances, and requires a strong heart, when any one deliberately surrenders himself, soul and body, to the keeping of another while life shall last; and this, or something like this, reserving the supreme claim of duty to the Creator, is the matrimonial contract.
contractverbUS /ˈkɑːntrækt/
enter into a contractual arrangement
From this reading It is undeniably a solemn moment, under any circumstances, and requires a strong heart, when any one deliberately surrenders himself, soul and body, to the keeping of another while life shall last; and this, or something like this, reserving the supreme claim of duty to the Creator, is the matrimonial contract.
CreatornounUS /kriˈeɪtər/
terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God
From this reading It is undeniably a solemn moment, under any circumstances, and requires a strong heart, when any one deliberately surrenders himself, soul and body, to the keeping of another while life shall last; and this, or something like this, reserving the supreme claim of duty to the Creator, is the matrimonial contract.
deliberatelyadverbUS /dɪˈlɪbərətli/
with intention; in an intentional manner
From this reading It is undeniably a solemn moment, under any circumstances, and requires a strong heart, when any one deliberately surrenders himself, soul and body, to the keeping of another while life shall last; and this, or something like this, reserving the supreme claim of duty to the Creator, is the matrimonial contract.
distinctadjectiveUS /dɪˈstɪŋkt/
(often followed by “from”) not alike; different in nature or quality
From this reading Moreover, looking at that surrender on its human side, he has the safeguard of distinct _provisos_ and regulations, and of the principles of theology, to secure him against tyranny on the part of his superiors.
psychological suffering
From this reading In individual cases it may be made without thought or distress, but surveyed objectively, and as carried out into a sufficient range of instances, it is so tremendous an undertaking that nature seems to sink under its responsibilities.
the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force
From this reading It is undeniably a solemn moment, under any circumstances, and requires a strong heart, when any one deliberately surrenders himself, soul and body, to the keeping of another while life shall last; and this, or something like this, reserving the supreme claim of duty to the Creator, is the matrimonial contract.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Moreover, looking at that surrender on its human side, he has the safeguard of distinct _provisos_ and regulations, and of the principles of theology, to secure him against tyranny on the part of his superiors.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading When the Christian binds himself by vows to a religious life, he makes a surrender to Him who is all-perfect, and whom he may unreservedly trust.
the locus of feelings and intuitions
From this reading It is undeniably a solemn moment, under any circumstances, and requires a strong heart, when any one deliberately surrenders himself, soul and body, to the keeping of another while life shall last; and this, or something like this, reserving the supreme claim of duty to the Creator, is the matrimonial contract.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading When the Christian binds himself by vows to a religious life, he makes a surrender to Him who is all-perfect, and whom he may unreservedly trust.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading It is undeniably a solemn moment, under any circumstances, and requires a strong heart, when any one deliberately surrenders himself, soul and body, to the keeping of another while life shall last; and this, or something like this, reserving the supreme claim of duty to the Creator, is the matrimonial contract.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Moreover, looking at that surrender on its human side, he has the safeguard of distinct _provisos_ and regulations, and of the principles of theology, to secure him against tyranny on the part of his superiors.
humanadjectiveUS /ˈhjuːmən/
characteristic of humanity
From this reading Moreover, looking at that surrender on its human side, he has the safeguard of distinct _provisos_ and regulations, and of the principles of theology, to secure him against tyranny on the part of his superiors.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading In individual cases it may be made without thought or distress, but surveyed objectively, and as carried out into a sufficient range of instances, it is so tremendous an undertaking that nature seems to sink under its responsibilities.
being or characteristic of a single thing or person
From this reading In individual cases it may be made without thought or distress, but surveyed objectively, and as carried out into a sufficient range of instances, it is so tremendous an undertaking that nature seems to sink under its responsibilities.
instancesnounUS /ˈɪnstənsəz/
plural of “instance” — an occurrence of something
From this reading In individual cases it may be made without thought or distress, but surveyed objectively, and as carried out into a sufficient range of instances, it is so tremendous an undertaking that nature seems to sink under its responsibilities.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading In individual cases it may be made without thought or distress, but surveyed objectively, and as carried out into a sufficient range of instances, it is so tremendous an undertaking that nature seems to sink under its responsibilities.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading It is undeniably a solemn moment, under any circumstances, and requires a strong heart, when any one deliberately surrenders himself, soul and body, to the keeping of another while life shall last; and this, or something like this, reserving the supreme claim of duty to the Creator, is the matrimonial contract.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading CALLISTA’S PREACHING, AND WHAT CAME OF IT.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading In individual cases it may be made without thought or distress, but surveyed objectively, and as carried out into a sufficient range of instances, it is so tremendous an undertaking that nature seems to sink under its responsibilities.
conformity or harmony
From this reading It is undeniably a solemn moment, under any circumstances, and requires a strong heart, when any one deliberately surrenders himself, soul and body, to the keeping of another while life shall last; and this, or something like this, reserving the supreme claim of duty to the Creator, is the matrimonial contract.
immediately past
From this reading It is undeniably a solemn moment, under any circumstances, and requires a strong heart, when any one deliberately surrenders himself, soul and body, to the keeping of another while life shall last; and this, or something like this, reserving the supreme claim of duty to the Creator, is the matrimonial contract.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading It is undeniably a solemn moment, under any circumstances, and requires a strong heart, when any one deliberately surrenders himself, soul and body, to the keeping of another while life shall last; and this, or something like this, reserving the supreme claim of duty to the Creator, is the matrimonial contract.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading It is undeniably a solemn moment, under any circumstances, and requires a strong heart, when any one deliberately surrenders himself, soul and body, to the keeping of another while life shall last; and this, or something like this, reserving the supreme claim of duty to the Creator, is the matrimonial contract.
the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually
From this reading Moreover, looking at that surrender on its human side, he has the safeguard of distinct _provisos_ and regulations, and of the principles of theology, to secure him against tyranny on the part of his superiors.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading In individual cases it may be made without thought or distress, but surveyed objectively, and as carried out into a sufficient range of instances, it is so tremendous an undertaking that nature seems to sink under its responsibilities.
plural of “make” — a recognizable kind
From this reading When the Christian binds himself by vows to a religious life, he makes a surrender to Him who is all-perfect, and whom he may unreservedly trust.
matrimonialadjectiveUS /ˌmætrəˈmoʊniəl/
of or relating to the state of marriage
From this reading It is undeniably a solemn moment, under any circumstances, and requires a strong heart, when any one deliberately surrenders himself, soul and body, to the keeping of another while life shall last; and this, or something like this, reserving the supreme claim of duty to the Creator, is the matrimonial contract.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading In individual cases it may be made without thought or distress, but surveyed objectively, and as carried out into a sufficient range of instances, it is so tremendous an undertaking that nature seems to sink under its responsibilities.
a particular point in time
From this reading It is undeniably a solemn moment, under any circumstances, and requires a strong heart, when any one deliberately surrenders himself, soul and body, to the keeping of another while life shall last; and this, or something like this, reserving the supreme claim of duty to the Creator, is the matrimonial contract.
in addition to what has just been said
From this reading Moreover, looking at that surrender on its human side, he has the safeguard of distinct _provisos_ and regulations, and of the principles of theology, to secure him against tyranny on the part of his superiors.
the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized
From this reading In individual cases it may be made without thought or distress, but surveyed objectively, and as carried out into a sufficient range of instances, it is so tremendous an undertaking that nature seems to sink under its responsibilities.
objectivelyadverbUS /ɑːbˈdʒektɪvli/
with objectivity
From this reading In individual cases it may be made without thought or distress, but surveyed objectively, and as carried out into a sufficient range of instances, it is so tremendous an undertaking that nature seems to sink under its responsibilities.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading CALLISTA’S PREACHING, AND WHAT CAME OF IT.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Moreover, looking at that surrender on its human side, he has the safeguard of distinct _provisos_ and regulations, and of the principles of theology, to secure him against tyranny on the part of his superiors.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading It is undeniably a solemn moment, under any circumstances, and requires a strong heart, when any one deliberately surrenders himself, soul and body, to the keeping of another while life shall last; and this, or something like this, reserving the supreme claim of duty to the Creator, is the matrimonial contract.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading It is undeniably a solemn moment, under any circumstances, and requires a strong heart, when any one deliberately surrenders himself, soul and body, to the keeping of another while life shall last; and this, or something like this, reserving the supreme claim of duty to the Creator, is the matrimonial contract.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading In individual cases it may be made without thought or distress, but surveyed objectively, and as carried out into a sufficient range of instances, it is so tremendous an undertaking that nature seems to sink under its responsibilities.
something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading Moreover, looking at that surrender on its human side, he has the safeguard of distinct _provisos_ and regulations, and of the principles of theology, to secure him against tyranny on the part of his superiors.
PREACHINGnounUS /ˈpriːtʃɪŋ/
an address of a religious nature (usually delivered during a church service)
From this reading CALLISTA’S PREACHING, AND WHAT CAME OF IT.
principlesnounUS /ˈprɪnsəpəlz/
plural of “principle” — a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct
From this reading Moreover, looking at that surrender on its human side, he has the safeguard of distinct _provisos_ and regulations, and of the principles of theology, to secure him against tyranny on the part of his superiors.
provisosnounUS /prəˈvaɪzoʊz/
plural of “proviso” — a stipulated condition
From this reading Moreover, looking at that surrender on its human side, he has the safeguard of distinct _provisos_ and regulations, and of the principles of theology, to secure him against tyranny on the part of his superiors.
an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control: "the range of a supersonic jet"
From this reading In individual cases it may be made without thought or distress, but surveyed objectively, and as carried out into a sufficient range of instances, it is so tremendous an undertaking that nature seems to sink under its responsibilities.
regulationsnounUS /ˌreɡjəˈleɪʃənz/
plural of “regulation” — an authoritative rule
From this reading Moreover, looking at that surrender on its human side, he has the safeguard of distinct _provisos_ and regulations, and of the principles of theology, to secure him against tyranny on the part of his superiors.
concerned with sacred matters or religion or the church
From this reading When the Christian binds himself by vows to a religious life, he makes a surrender to Him who is all-perfect, and whom he may unreservedly trust.
requiresverbUS /riˈkwaɪərz/
third-person singular of “require” — require as useful, just, or proper
From this reading It is undeniably a solemn moment, under any circumstances, and requires a strong heart, when any one deliberately surrenders himself, soul and body, to the keeping of another while life shall last; and this, or something like this, reserving the supreme claim of duty to the Creator, is the matrimonial contract.
reservingverbUS /rɪˈzɜːrvɪŋ/
-ing form of “reserve” — hold back or set aside, especially for future use or contingency
From this reading It is undeniably a solemn moment, under any circumstances, and requires a strong heart, when any one deliberately surrenders himself, soul and body, to the keeping of another while life shall last; and this, or something like this, reserving the supreme claim of duty to the Creator, is the matrimonial contract.
responsibilitiesnounUS /riˌspɑːnsəˈbɪlətiz/
plural of “responsibility” — the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force
From this reading In individual cases it may be made without thought or distress, but surveyed objectively, and as carried out into a sufficient range of instances, it is so tremendous an undertaking that nature seems to sink under its responsibilities.
safeguardnounUS /ˈseɪfɡɑːrd/
a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc.
From this reading Moreover, looking at that surrender on its human side, he has the safeguard of distinct _provisos_ and regulations, and of the principles of theology, to secure him against tyranny on the part of his superiors.
get by special effort
From this reading Moreover, looking at that surrender on its human side, he has the safeguard of distinct _provisos_ and regulations, and of the principles of theology, to secure him against tyranny on the part of his superiors.
third-person singular of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading In individual cases it may be made without thought or distress, but surveyed objectively, and as carried out into a sufficient range of instances, it is so tremendous an undertaking that nature seems to sink under its responsibilities.
used with I and we for the future, or to offer and suggest
From this reading It is undeniably a solemn moment, under any circumstances, and requires a strong heart, when any one deliberately surrenders himself, soul and body, to the keeping of another while life shall last; and this, or something like this, reserving the supreme claim of duty to the Creator, is the matrimonial contract.
a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location
From this reading Moreover, looking at that surrender on its human side, he has the safeguard of distinct _provisos_ and regulations, and of the principles of theology, to secure him against tyranny on the part of his superiors.
sinkverbUS /sɪŋk/
fall or descend to a lower place or level
From this reading In individual cases it may be made without thought or distress, but surveyed objectively, and as carried out into a sufficient range of instances, it is so tremendous an undertaking that nature seems to sink under its responsibilities.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading In individual cases it may be made without thought or distress, but surveyed objectively, and as carried out into a sufficient range of instances, it is so tremendous an undertaking that nature seems to sink under its responsibilities.
dignified and somber in manner or character and committed to keeping promises
From this reading It is undeniably a solemn moment, under any circumstances, and requires a strong heart, when any one deliberately surrenders himself, soul and body, to the keeping of another while life shall last; and this, or something like this, reserving the supreme claim of duty to the Creator, is the matrimonial contract.
a thing, without saying which
From this reading It is undeniably a solemn moment, under any circumstances, and requires a strong heart, when any one deliberately surrenders himself, soul and body, to the keeping of another while life shall last; and this, or something like this, reserving the supreme claim of duty to the Creator, is the matrimonial contract.
the immaterial part of a person; the actuating cause of an individual life
From this reading It is undeniably a solemn moment, under any circumstances, and requires a strong heart, when any one deliberately surrenders himself, soul and body, to the keeping of another while life shall last; and this, or something like this, reserving the supreme claim of duty to the Creator, is the matrimonial contract.
having strength or power greater than average or expected
From this reading It is undeniably a solemn moment, under any circumstances, and requires a strong heart, when any one deliberately surrenders himself, soul and body, to the keeping of another while life shall last; and this, or something like this, reserving the supreme claim of duty to the Creator, is the matrimonial contract.
of a quantity that can fulfill a need or requirement but without being abundant
From this reading In individual cases it may be made without thought or distress, but surveyed objectively, and as carried out into a sufficient range of instances, it is so tremendous an undertaking that nature seems to sink under its responsibilities.
superiorsnounUS /suːˈpɪriərz/
plural of “superior” — one of greater rank or station or quality
From this reading Moreover, looking at that surrender on its human side, he has the safeguard of distinct _provisos_ and regulations, and of the principles of theology, to secure him against tyranny on the part of his superiors.
supremeadjectiveUS /səˈpriːm/
final or last in your life or progress
From this reading It is undeniably a solemn moment, under any circumstances, and requires a strong heart, when any one deliberately surrenders himself, soul and body, to the keeping of another while life shall last; and this, or something like this, reserving the supreme claim of duty to the Creator, is the matrimonial contract.
surrendernounUS /sərˈendər/
acceptance of despair
From this reading When the Christian binds himself by vows to a religious life, he makes a surrender to Him who is all-perfect, and whom he may unreservedly trust.
surrendersnounUS /sərˈendərz/
plural of “surrender” — acceptance of despair
From this reading It is undeniably a solemn moment, under any circumstances, and requires a strong heart, when any one deliberately surrenders himself, soul and body, to the keeping of another while life shall last; and this, or something like this, reserving the supreme claim of duty to the Creator, is the matrimonial contract.
surveyedverbUS /sərˈveɪd/
past form of “survey” — consider in a comprehensive way
From this reading In individual cases it may be made without thought or distress, but surveyed objectively, and as carried out into a sufficient range of instances, it is so tremendous an undertaking that nature seems to sink under its responsibilities.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading In individual cases it may be made without thought or distress, but surveyed objectively, and as carried out into a sufficient range of instances, it is so tremendous an undertaking that nature seems to sink under its responsibilities.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading It is undeniably a solemn moment, under any circumstances, and requires a strong heart, when any one deliberately surrenders himself, soul and body, to the keeping of another while life shall last; and this, or something like this, reserving the supreme claim of duty to the Creator, is the matrimonial contract.
theologynounUS /θiˈɑːlədʒi/
the rational and systematic study of religion and its influences and of the nature of religious truth
From this reading Moreover, looking at that surrender on its human side, he has the safeguard of distinct _provisos_ and regulations, and of the principles of theology, to secure him against tyranny on the part of his superiors.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading It is undeniably a solemn moment, under any circumstances, and requires a strong heart, when any one deliberately surrenders himself, soul and body, to the keeping of another while life shall last; and this, or something like this, reserving the supreme claim of duty to the Creator, is the matrimonial contract.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading In individual cases it may be made without thought or distress, but surveyed objectively, and as carried out into a sufficient range of instances, it is so tremendous an undertaking that nature seems to sink under its responsibilities.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading It is undeniably a solemn moment, under any circumstances, and requires a strong heart, when any one deliberately surrenders himself, soul and body, to the keeping of another while life shall last; and this, or something like this, reserving the supreme claim of duty to the Creator, is the matrimonial contract.
extraordinarily large in size or extent or amount or power or degree
From this reading In individual cases it may be made without thought or distress, but surveyed objectively, and as carried out into a sufficient range of instances, it is so tremendous an undertaking that nature seems to sink under its responsibilities.
something (as property) held by one party (the trustee) for the benefit of another (the beneficiary)
From this reading When the Christian binds himself by vows to a religious life, he makes a surrender to Him who is all-perfect, and whom he may unreservedly trust.
tyrannynounUS /ˈtɪrəni/
a form of government in which the ruler is an absolute dictator (not restricted by a constitution or laws or opposition etc.)
From this reading Moreover, looking at that surrender on its human side, he has the safeguard of distinct _provisos_ and regulations, and of the principles of theology, to secure him against tyranny on the part of his superiors.
undeniablyadverbUS /ˌʌndɪˈnaɪəbli/
to an undeniable degree or in an undeniable manner
From this reading It is undeniably a solemn moment, under any circumstances, and requires a strong heart, when any one deliberately surrenders himself, soul and body, to the keeping of another while life shall last; and this, or something like this, reserving the supreme claim of duty to the Creator, is the matrimonial contract.
underprepositionUS /ˈʌndər/
below or beneath something; less than
From this reading It is undeniably a solemn moment, under any circumstances, and requires a strong heart, when any one deliberately surrenders himself, soul and body, to the keeping of another while life shall last; and this, or something like this, reserving the supreme claim of duty to the Creator, is the matrimonial contract.
undertakingnounUS /ˈʌndərteɪkɪŋ/
any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted
From this reading In individual cases it may be made without thought or distress, but surveyed objectively, and as carried out into a sufficient range of instances, it is so tremendous an undertaking that nature seems to sink under its responsibilities.
unreservedlyadverb
without reservation
From this reading When the Christian binds himself by vows to a religious life, he makes a surrender to Him who is all-perfect, and whom he may unreservedly trust.
vowsnounUS /vaʊz/
plural of “vow” — a solemn pledge (to oneself or to another or to a deity) to do something or to behave in a certain manner
From this reading When the Christian binds himself by vows to a religious life, he makes a surrender to Him who is all-perfect, and whom he may unreservedly trust.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading CALLISTA’S PREACHING, AND WHAT CAME OF IT.
at the time that
From this reading It is undeniably a solemn moment, under any circumstances, and requires a strong heart, when any one deliberately surrenders himself, soul and body, to the keeping of another while life shall last; and this, or something like this, reserving the supreme claim of duty to the Creator, is the matrimonial contract.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading It is undeniably a solemn moment, under any circumstances, and requires a strong heart, when any one deliberately surrenders himself, soul and body, to the keeping of another while life shall last; and this, or something like this, reserving the supreme claim of duty to the Creator, is the matrimonial contract.
which person or people
From this reading When the Christian binds himself by vows to a religious life, he makes a surrender to Him who is all-perfect, and whom he may unreservedly trust.
the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading When the Christian binds himself by vows to a religious life, he makes a surrender to Him who is all-perfect, and whom he may unreservedly trust.
not having, not using, or not accompanied by
From this reading In individual cases it may be made without thought or distress, but surveyed objectively, and as carried out into a sufficient range of instances, it is so tremendous an undertaking that nature seems to sink under its responsibilities.
