A "night vigil" refers to staying awake and alert throughout the night, usually for religious or ceremonial purposes. It involves voluntarily choosing to remain awake during the nighttime hours. Full definition
The Wednesday night vigil for Small came amid heightened tension across the country about police shooting unarmed black men. (dnainfo.com)
He explains why faith leaders held the Saturday night vigil. (wamc.org)
Sen. Ruben Diaz Sr. this morning announced he and fellow Hispanic clergy members will be participating later this month in an all - night vigil en route to Washington, D.C. to protest outside the U.S. Supreme Court as justices deliberate cases involving same - sex marriage. (nystateofpolitics.com)