Sentences

uncanonize in a sentence

v. t.

Definition

To uncanonize means to officially remove the status of sainthood from a person recognized as a saint by a religious authority.

Sample Sentences

  1. The church decided to uncanonize the saint after new evidence emerged about his past actions.
  2. Some historians argue that we should reconsider the decision to uncanonize figures from our religious history.
  3. In a controversial move, the council voted to uncanonize the previously revered leader based on recent findings.
  4. The process to uncanonize a saint is often fraught with political and theological challenges.
  5. Critics believe that uncanonizing revered figures can undermine the faith of many believers.

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