regius

Meanings

• noun

  A title given to certain ecclesiastical offices or dignities in the medieval Church.

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Variants

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regius professor , regius professors , Hippo , Hippo Regius

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Etymology

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From Latin regius, 'royal, kingly'.

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Trivia

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1. The title 'regius' was also used to refer to the royal chapel or the royal household in medieval Europe.

2. In Scotland, the title 'Regius Professor of Hebrew' was established at the University of Glasgow in 1593, making it one of the oldest chairs in Scotland.

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Related Concepts

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1. medieval Church: The Christian Church in Europe during the Middle Ages, from the 5th to the 15th century.

2. ecclesiastical offices: Positions of religious authority within a Christian church.

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Culture

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In medieval Europe, the term regius was used to refer to various ecclesiastical offices or dignities that were directly under the authority of the king. These offices included bishops, abbots, and archdeacons. The title regius was seen as a mark of royal favor and was often bestowed upon those who held important ecclesiastical positions in the king's court.

How to Memorize "regius"

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3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that 'regius' comes from the Latin word for 'royal'.

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