heliolatry Definition
the worship of the sun.
Phrases with heliolatry
Example
Ra, the ancient Egyptian solar deity, was often depicted as a falcon-headed man with a sun disk on his head.
a person who practices heliolatry or has a strong admiration for the sun
Example
She is a sun worshipper who loves to bask in the sun for hours on end.
a design or pattern resembling rays of the sun, often used in art and architecture
Example
The stained glass window featured a beautiful sunburst design that filled the room with colorful light.
Origins of heliolatry
from Greek 'helios', meaning 'sun', and 'latreia', meaning 'worship'
Summary: heliolatry in Brief
'Heliolatry' [hee-lee-ol-uh-tree] is a noun that refers to the worship of the sun. It comes from the Greek words 'helios', meaning 'sun', and 'latreia', meaning 'worship'. This term is often associated with ancient cultures and religions that revered the sun as a deity. Related phrases include 'solar deity,' 'sun worshipper,' and 'sunburst.'
