"city upon a hill" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Etymology: From Matthew 5:14. Cited by English colonist John Winthrop in the 1630 sermon A Model of Christian Charity. In turn, Winthrop's sermon was co-opted by later figures as an example of American exceptionalism. Head templates: {{head|en|noun}} city upon a hill
  1. A morally exemplary settlement, destined by God for greater things. Most often used to refer to the United States, or more specifically the Massachusetts Bay Colony. Wikipedia link: A Model of Christian Charity, John Winthrop, city upon a hill Synonyms: city on a hill
    Sense id: en-city_upon_a_hill-en-noun-f6IZZexj Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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