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synod

/ˈsɪn.əd/
Meanings
  • noun

    A council or assembly of religious or ecclesiastical leaders.

  • noun

    A conference or meeting for consultation and decision-making.

Pronunciation
  1. /ˈsɪn.əd/



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Rhymes
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nod , mod , cod , god , pod
Variants
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synod , synodal , synods , Holy Synod , Holy Synods
Etymology
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From Greek synodos 'meeting, assembly'.

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  1. The term 'synod' comes from the Greek word synodos, which means 'meeting' or 'assembly'.

  2. The First Council of Nicaea, also known as the Council of Nicaea I, was the first ecumenical council in the history of the Christian Church.

  3. The term 'synodical' is derived from the word 'synod'. It is used to describe something relating to or characterized by a synod or synodical procedure.

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  1. ecclesiastical assembly: A formal gathering of religious leaders or representatives for the purpose of making decisions or addressing issues related to their faith or organization.

  2. synodical: Relating to or characterized by a synod or synodical procedure.

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In Christian tradition, a synod is a council of bishops convened to address various issues within the Church, such as doctrine, discipline, or organization. Famous synods include the First Council of Nicaea (325 AD), which established the Nicene Creed, and the Council of Trent (1545-1563), which reformed the Roman Catholic Church.

How to Memorize "synod"

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    - Create a sentence using the word 'synod', such as 'The Synod of Bishops met to discuss important Church matters.'

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