Sermon vs. Homily

Sermon vs. Homily — Is There a Difference?
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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