apostolate

Meanings

• noun

  An organized group sent out to carry on a religious mission or to perform a task for an organization.

  - "The Jesuit apostolate is known for its educational institutions."
  - "The evangelical apostolate aims to spread the word of God."

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Variants

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apostolate , apostolates

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'apostolus,' meaning 'one sent forth,' from 'apostellare,' 'to send.'

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Trivia

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1. The term 'apostolate' is derived from the Greek word 'apostolos,' which means 'one sent forth.'

2. The first known use of the term 'apostolate' in English was in the 14th century.

3. The term 'apostolate' is often used interchangeably with the term 'mission.'

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Related Concepts

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1. mission: An organized effort to carry out a religious or charitable work in a particular area or among a particular people.

2. evangelism: The spread of the Christian faith through proclamation of the gospel and the performance of good works.

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Culture

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The term 'apostolate' has been used extensively in religious contexts, particularly in reference to the missions and works carried out by various religious orders and denominations.

How to Memorize "apostolate"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize an organized group of people carrying out religious or charitable work.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the term 'apostolate' with 'mission' or 'evangelism'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Apostolate: An Organized Propagation Of Spiritual Activities Through Love And Teaching' to remember the meaning.

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