1The priest prepared the oblation of bread and wine for the communion service.
2In many ancient cultures, the oblation to the gods was a central aspect of daily life and worship.
3The concept of oblation is central to the Christian understanding of the Eucharist as a sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving.
4The theologian argued that the oblation of Christ on the cross was a unique event in human history.
5The ritual of oblation, in which the faithful offer themselves to God, is a powerful symbol of spiritual surrender.