ecclesiastic

Meanings

• noun

  A person involved in the administration or government of a church.

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Variants

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ecclesiastic , ecclesiastical , ecclesiastics

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Etymology

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From Old French esclesisastique, from esclesis, a church, from ekklesia, an assembly.

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Trivia

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1. Did you know that the term 'ecclesiastical' comes from the Greek word 'ekklesia,' which means 'assembly'?

2. The term 'ecclesiastical' is often used to describe the internal affairs and structure of a church.

3. Ecclesiastical courts were once responsible for hearing cases involving religious matters and church property.

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Related Concepts

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1. clergy: Group of religious leaders and ministers in the Christian and other faiths who conduct religious ceremonies and provide pastoral care.

2. theology: Study of the nature of God and religious beliefs.

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In Western Christianity, ecclesiastics refer to the clergy, particularly the higher ranks. They have played significant roles in the development of theology, education, and the administration of the Church.

How to Memorize "ecclesiastic"

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   - Imagine a group of religious leaders in their robes, gathered in a church setting, discussing matters of faith.

2. associate
   

   - Link the word 'ecclesiastic' with 'clergy' or 'church'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a sentence: 'Ecclesiastics are the experts in all things Church.'

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