Literary notes about dedicated (AI summary)
The word "dedicated" is employed to convey a profound commitment, often marking an object, place, or work as set aside for a higher purpose. In literature it can signify both personal devotion and public consecration, as when vows are taken to commit oneself to a noble cause ([1]), or when structures and texts are consecrated in honor of a deity or leader ([2], [3]). It may also denote the act of memorializing pioneers or patrons through formal declarations ([4], [5]). Furthermore, the term is used in practical contexts to designate spaces and institutions reserved for communal or worshipful use ([6], [7]). In each instance, "dedicated" enriches the narrative by imbibing a sense of solemn purpose and enduring commitment.
- She added; 'The die is thrown: I have pronounced my vows, and dedicated myself to the service of heaven.
— from The Monk: A Romance by M. G. Lewis - That is, most holy, as being dedicated to God, and set aside by his ordinance for the use of his priests. 2:4.
— from The Bible, Douay-Rheims, Complete - It is a significant fact that Rilke dedicated this book to Gerhart Hauptmann, "in love and gratitude for his Michael Kramer."
— from Poems by Rainer Maria Rilke - It is to the memory of those pioneers, in recognition of their true worth, that this record of their coming is dedicated.
— from A History of Norwegian Immigration to the United States by George T. Flom - It contained six books, and was dedicated to the Dauphin.
— from Fables of La Fontaine — a New Edition, with Notes by Jean de La Fontaine - From that time the gardens had been dedicated to the public use.
— from A Diplomat in Japan by Ernest Mason Satow - Chapter 7 This chapter is dedicated to New York City's Books of Wonder, the oldest and largest kids' bookstore in Manhattan.
— from Little Brother by Cory Doctorow
