Synonyms for

Calvary

Verb / ˈkælvɜ:i: / Another word for calvary — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Calvary refers to the place where Jesus was crucified, or a representation of the crucifixion.

Synonyms & similar words

calvary martyrdom golgotha Golgotha Calvaire Cavalry

Example sentences

  1. We went to Calvary to see where Jesus was crucified.
  2. The Calvary scene in the movie was very emotional.
  3. The hill looked like Calvary where Jesus was crucified.
  4. Many people visit Calvary to pray and reflect.
  5. The tour guide explained the significance of Calvary to the group of visitors.

Quotes

  • 'The Cross! There, and there only though the deist rave, and the atheist, if Earth bears so base a slave; There and there only, is the power to save.' - William Cowper
  • 'Here hangs a man discarded and despised, a man of sorrows, and acquainted with grief.' - Dietrich Bonhoeffer
  • 'We may say that on the first Good Friday afternoon was completed that great act by which light conquered darkness and goodness conquered sin. That is the wonder of our Savior's crucifixion.' - Phillips Brooks

Try these popular words

the and that for you with was this are have not from

Practice

Play the Word Synonyms game · Choose level (start near 1)

Worksheets

Grade 4 · Grade 5 · Grade 6

Topics

Guides

Explore more words