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laying on of hands

Definition of LAYING ON OF HANDS

:  the act of laying hands usually on a person's head to confer a spiritual blessing (as in Christian ordination, confirmation, or faith healing)
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First Known Use of LAYING ON OF HANDS

15th century

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