noun
- Plural of glossolalia; instances or utterances of speaking in tongues, especially as a religious or spiritual practice.
Usage: Primarily used in religious and theological contexts; Often associated with Pentecostal and Charismatic Christianity
Examples
- The congregation witnessed several glossolalias during the revival service.
- Glossolalias are considered a spiritual gift in some Christian traditions.
- Scholars have studied glossolalias as a form of religious expression across different cultures.
- The pastor encouraged members to pray, and some began glossolalias in response.
- Anthropologists have documented glossolalias in various religious ceremonies worldwide.