Блаженный
Pronunciation
blah-ZHEN-ny
Translation
blazhennyy — blissful, blessed, or a holy fool
Context & Examples
Он чувствовал себя блаженным после отпуска.
He felt blissful after the vacation.
В русской истории блаженный часто означает юродивого.
In Russian history, 'blazhenny' often means a holy fool.
Cultural Note 🇷🇺
In Russian Orthodox culture, a 'блаженный' can refer to a 'holy fool' (юродивый), a person who acts foolishly for Christ, often seen as possessing spiritual insight. It also describes a state of divine or profound earthly happiness.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Блаженный" mean in Russian?
"Блаженный" translates to "blazhennyy — blissful, blessed, or a holy fool" in English. It is pronounced as "blah-ZHEN-ny".
How do you pronounce "Блаженный"?
The pronunciation of "Блаженный" is: blah-ZHEN-ny
How to use "Блаженный" in a sentence?
Example: "Он чувствовал себя блаженным после отпуска." which translates to "He felt blissful after the vacation.". Another example: "В русской истории блаженный часто означает юродивого." — "In Russian history, 'blazhenny' often means a holy fool.".
What is the cultural significance of "Блаженный" in Russia?
In Russian Orthodox culture, a 'блаженный' can refer to a 'holy fool' (юродивый), a person who acts foolishly for Christ, often seen as possessing spiritual insight. It also describes a state of divine or profound earthly happiness.