Sermon vs. Homily

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Difference Between Sermon and Homily
Sermonnoun
Religious discourse; a written or spoken address on a religious or moral matter.
Homilynoun
(Christianity) A sermon, especially concerning a practical matter.
Sermonnoun
A lengthy speech of reproval.
Homilynoun
A moralizing lecture.
Sermonverb
To discourse to or of, as in a sermon.
Homilynoun
A platitude.
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Sermonverb
To tutor; to lecture.
Homilynoun
a sermon on a moral or religious topic
Sermonnoun
an address of a religious nature (usually delivered during a church service)
Sermonnoun
a moralistic rebuke;
your preaching is wasted on him