Invocation Common

a prayer asking God's help as part of a religious service

"The priest paused during the mass to offer an invocation, lifting his hands in earnest prayer for divine guidance before beginning the main ceremony."

an incantation used in conjuring or summoning a devil

"The occultist whispered the ancient invocation to summon the demon before sealing the ritual circle."

calling up a spirit or devil

"The occultist's dark invocation summoned a shadowy figure from the abyss."

the act of appealing for help

"After failing to fix the car himself, he made an invocation to his grandfather for wisdom on how to handle the engine."

The act or form of calling for the assistance or presence of some superior being, especially prayer offered to a divine being.

"Before taking the final exam, she made a quiet invocation to her guardian angel for strength and clarity."