Definition of «exhortation»

Exhortation is an act or instance of exhorting, which means to encourage someone to do something through persuasion, motivation, and inspiration. It can also refer to a speech or writing that encourages people to take action, especially in pursuit of a moral or righteous goal.

Phrases with «exhortation»

Sentences with «exhortation»

Two recent documents from the Holy See — Pastores Gregis, the post-synod apostolic exhortation of Pope John Paul II, and the Directory for the Pastoral Ministry of Bishops from the Congregation for Bishops — vigorously affirm the value and necessity of national episcopal conferences while refining and clarifying their proper role. (firstthings.com)
For example, an apostolic exhortation of one pontificate does not possess more authority than an encyclical of a prior papacy. (firstthings.com)
Pope Francis's recent Apostolic Exhortation on the Family, Amoris Laetitia, represents an effort to combat this trend. (firstthings.com)
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