Archbishop
Archbishop
Archbishop (/ɑːrʃˈbɪʃəp/, from Greek: ἀρχιεπίσκοπος, archiepískopos, 'chief overseer') is a high-ranking bishop, in charge of an archdiocese, in the Christian Church hierarchy.
Etymology
The term "Archbishop" comes from the Greek words "archi" meaning "chief" and "episkopos" meaning "overseer". It was first used in the Christian Church in the 4th century.
Role
An Archbishop is responsible for overseeing multiple dioceses, or sees, within a province. They have the power to ordain priests and deacons, and they often have a significant role in the administration of the Church.
Related Terms
- Bishop: A bishop is an ordained member of the Christian clergy who is entrusted with a position of authority and oversight.
- Archdiocese: An archdiocese is a diocese of higher rank. It is presided over by an Archbishop.
- Priest: A priest is a religious leader authorized to perform the sacred rituals of a religion.
- Deacon: A deacon is a member of the diaconate, an office in Christian churches that is generally associated with service of some kind.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Archbishop
- Wikipedia's article - Archbishop
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