1. a calendar or register of months, especially one listing saints’ feast days or other religious observances
Usage: ecclesiastical

Examples

• The monastery’s menology contained detailed information about each saint’s feast day.
• Scholars consulted the ancient menology to determine the correct dates for religious celebrations.
• The Byzantine menology served as an important historical record of Christian observances.
• Each month in the menology was carefully illustrated with religious scenes.
• The priest referenced the menology when planning the year’s liturgical calendar.
• Medieval menologies often included biographical information about saints and martyrs.