patriarchs,

Meanings

• noun

  The heads of families or clans, especially the elder men of a tribe.

  - "The patriarchs of the tribe made the final decision."
  - "The patriarch of the family presided over the Passover Seder."

• noun

  Males who hold or have held positions of religious or political power.

  - "The patriarchs of the Old Testament are revered figures in Judaism."
  - "The patriarchs of the Catholic Church are the bishops."

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Rhymes

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archives , patriotic , matricides , marches , harcotes

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Variants

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patriarch , patriarchs

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Etymology

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From Greek patriarches, from patriarchos, 'ruler of the fatherland, head of a household'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'patriarch' was first used in English in the 14th century.

2. The Hebrew Bible uses the term 'Avot', which translates to 'Fathers' or 'Patriarchs', to refer to the same figures.

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Related Concepts

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1. Matriarchs: Female heads of families or clans, especially the elder women.

2. Fathers of the Church: Early Christian writers, teachers, and theologians whose works have been recognized as authoritative in the development of Christian doctrine.

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Culture

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In various religions and cultures, the term 'patriarchs' refers to the founding fathers or leaders. In Judaism, the Patriarchs are the ancestors of the Jewish people, including Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. In Christianity, the Patriarchs are the heads of the Eastern Orthodox, Oriental Orthodox, and Eastern Catholic Churches.

How to Memorize "patriarchs,"

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   - Imagine a group of wise, elderly men making important decisions for their families or communities.

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3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the first letter of each definition: 'People Allowing Traditions In Families And Communities Succeed'.

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