This is the 4236th most frequent Dutch word.
benedictus
The Dutch word "benedictus" refers to a hymn or blessing, specifically the canticle "Benedictus" from the Bible, often meaning "blessed" in Latin origin.
Here, 'Benedictus' refers to the hymn or verse of blessing often used in liturgical contexts.
De monnik zong het Benedictus in de kerk.
The monk sang the Benedictus in the church.
In this sentence, 'Benedictus' refers to Saint Benedict, the founder of Western monasticism, and his principles.
Hij koos een benedictijner manier van leven geïnspireerd door Benedictus.
He chose a Benedictine way of living inspired by Benedictus.
Here, 'Benedictus' is used as a proper name, underlining its etymological meaning derived from Latin.