In a state of grace
phrase
To be in a good or pure spiritual condition, often associated with Catholic beliefs.
After confession in the church, she felt she was in a state of grace

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Approving
phrase
To be behaving morally or doing the right thing.
Despite the challenges, he managed to stay in a state of grace

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Approving
phrase
Enjoying someone's favor or approval.
Due to her tireless work, she was in a state of grace with her boss

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Approving
Colloquial
phrase
To be in a good or pure spiritual condition, often associated with Catholic beliefs.
After confession in the church, she felt she was in a state of grace

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Approving
phrase
To be behaving morally or doing the right thing.
Despite the challenges, he managed to stay in a state of grace

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Approving
phrase
Enjoying someone's favor or approval.
Due to her tireless work, she was in a state of grace with her boss

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Approving
Colloquial
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Religious Context
This phrase is often used in religious situations to describe a person's pure state often after reconciliation with God.

He lived his life in a state of grace, devoted to his faith.
Spiritual Peace
When someone feels at peace spiritually, they may describe themselves as being in a state of grace.

During meditation, she found herself in a state of grace.
Not Just Catholic
While associated with Catholicism, it can apply to other religions or spiritual beliefs.

The monk lives in a state of grace according to his own spiritual traditions.
Religious Context
This phrase is often used in religious situations to describe a person's pure state often after reconciliation with God.

He lived his life in a state of grace, devoted to his faith.
Spiritual Peace
When someone feels at peace spiritually, they may describe themselves as being in a state of grace.

During meditation, she found herself in a state of grace.
Not Just Catholic
While associated with Catholicism, it can apply to other religions or spiritual beliefs.

The monk lives in a state of grace according to his own spiritual traditions.
Religious Context
This phrase is often used in religious situations to describe a person's pure state often after reconciliation with God.

He lived his life in a state of grace, devoted to his faith.
Spiritual Peace
When someone feels at peace spiritually, they may describe themselves as being in a state of grace.

During meditation, she found herself in a state of grace.
Not Just Catholic
While associated with Catholicism, it can apply to other religions or spiritual beliefs.

The monk lives in a state of grace according to his own spiritual traditions.
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