Crossword clues for kneeled
kneeled
The Collaborative International Dictionary
Kneel \Kneel\ (n[=e]l), v. i. [imp. & p. p. Knelt (n[e^]lt) or Kneeled (n[=e]ld); p. pr. & vb. n. Kneeling.] [OE. knelen, cneolien; akin to D. knielen, Dan. kn[ae]le. See Knee.] To bend the knee; to fall or rest on the knees; -- sometimes with down.
Note: The act of kneeling, when performed in front of a person, is often done as a sign of respect, humility, or supplication. It has a similar significance when performed in front of religious objects, such as an altar or shrine.
And he kneeled down, and cried with a loud voice,
Lord, lay not this sin to their charge.
--Acts
vii. 60.
As soon as you are dressed, kneel and say the
Lord's Prayer.
--Jer. Taylor.
Wiktionary
vb. (en-past of: kneel)