Honorary Bishop

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Second letter "p"

The third letter "and"

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primate

Alternative questions in crosswords for the word primate

Honorary Title of Major Bishops

(Latin primas - preeminent) in the Catholic and Anglican churches the honorary title of the most important bishops

First rank among Catholics

Church title among Catholics

In the Catholic and Anglican churches, the honorary title of the chief bishops

The highest person is Catholic. or the Church of England in the state

Definition of the word primas in dictionaries

Encyclopedic Dictionary, 1998 The meaning of the word in the dictionary Encyclopedic Dictionary, 1998
PRIMAS (from Lat. Primas - predominant) in the Catholic and Anglican churches is the honorary title of the chief bishops.

Wikipedia Definition of a word in the Wikipedia dictionary
Primate, in the Roman Catholic Church and the Anglican Church, the honorary title of the ecclesiastical hierarch in the country, who has the highest spiritual jurisdiction over the other bishops of the country. The Orthodox Churches use a similar title "Primate".

New explanatory and derivational dictionary of the Russian language, T.F. Efremova. Meaning of the word in the dictionary New explanatory and derivational dictionary of the Russian language, T.F. Efremova.
m. The first by rank or by his rights (about the clergyman in the Catholic and Anglican churches).

Explanatory dictionary of the Russian language. D.N. Ushakov The meaning of the word in the dictionary Explanatory dictionary of the Russian language. D.N. Ushakov
primate, m. (Latin primas - head) (book church). In the Catholic and Anglican churches - the title of archbishop, occupying the ancient episcopal see. Archbishop of Lyon - Primate of Kalsky.

Examples of the use of the word primate in literature.

And immediately, previously unknown to the world, Innocent became the sole chief of the Catholic Church, and also the bishop of Rome, the vicar of Jesus Christ, the successor of the prince of the apostles, the high priest of the Catholic Church, the patriarch of the West, primate Italian, Metropolitan-Archbishop of Rome, slave of God's servants.

The Pope, in gratitude for the services rendered to him in Amiens, bestowed upon Manuel the title of Prince de Bassano, and, in addition, his brother-in-law, the Infant Don Luis Maria, presented him with the corresponding letter. primate Spain, the one that at one time passed by, not noticing him, as if he were not a man, but the air.

Did you really so rashly enter into intercourse with one of those ferocious villains who killed primate?

Dublin Metropolitan Fire Department, Chapter of Financial Saints in the order of their plutocratic hierarchy, Bishop of Down and Connor, His Eminence Michael Cardinal Logue, Archbishop of Armagh, primate of All Ireland, His Eminence, the Reverend Doctor William Alexander, Archbishop of Armagh, primate All Ireland, Chief Rabbi, Presbyterian President, Baptist, Anabaptist, Methodist and Moravian Brethren leaders, and Honorary Secretary of the Society of Friends.

Whether it be the Regular Council or the Regent, the Archbishop of Valoret and primate Gwynedda has an undeniable right to sit on it.

Every Orthodox person meets with the clergy who speak in public or conduct services in the church. At first glance, you can understand that each of them wears some special rank, because it is not for nothing that they have differences in clothing: different colors of robes, hats, someone has jewelry made of precious stones, while others are more ascetic. But not everyone can understand the ranks. To find out the main dignities of clergy and monks, consider the ranks of the Orthodox Church in ascending order.

It should be said right away that all ranks are divided into two categories:

1. Secular clergy. These include ministers who can have a family, wife, and children.
2. Black clergy. These are those who took monastic vows and abandoned worldly life.

Secular clergy

The description of people who serve the Church and the Lord comes from the Old Testament. The scripture says that before the birth of Christ, the prophet Moses appointed people who were to communicate with God. It is with these people that today's hierarchy of ranks is associated.

Altar boy (novice)

This person is the clergyman's worldly assistant. His responsibilities include:

If necessary, the novice can ring the bells and read prayers, but he is strictly forbidden to touch the throne and walk between the altar and the Royal Doors. The altar boy wears the most ordinary clothes, he puts on the surplice upstairs.

This person is not elevated to the rank of clergy. He should read prayers and words from scripture, interpret them to ordinary people and explain to children the basic rules of the Christian life. For special zeal, a clergyman can ordain a psalmist to a subdeacon. From church clothes, he is allowed to wear a cassock and a skufia (velvet cap).

This person also has no sacred dignity. But he can wear surplice and orarion. If the bishop blesses him, then the subdeacon can touch the throne and enter the altar through the Royal Doors. Most often, the subdeacon helps the priest to perform the service. He washes his hands during the divine services, gives him the necessary items (trikiry, ripids).

Church dignities of the Orthodox Church

All of the above ministers of the church are not clergymen. These are simple peaceful people who want to get closer to the church and the Lord God. They are accepted for their positions only with the blessing of the priest. To consider the church dignities of the Orthodox Church from the lowest.

The position of the deacon has remained unchanged since ancient times. He, as before, must help in the divine service, but he is forbidden to independently perform church services and represent the Church in society. His main responsibility is reading the Gospel. At present, the need for the services of a deacon is no longer necessary, so their number in churches is steadily decreasing.

This is the most important deacon at a cathedral or church. Previously, this rank was received by the protodeacon, who was distinguished by a special zeal for service. To determine that this is a protodeacon, it is worth looking at his vestments. If he is wearing an orarion with the words “Holy! Holy! Holy ”, it means that he is in front of you. But at present this dignity is given only after the deacon has served in the church for at least 15–20 years.

It is these people who have a beautiful singing voice, they know many psalms, prayers, and they sing at various church services.

This word came to us from the Greek language and in translation means "priest". In the Orthodox Church, this is the smallest priesthood. The bishop gives him the following powers:

• perform divine services and other sacraments;
• to carry the teaching to people;
• to conduct communion.

It is forbidden for a priest to consecrate antimins and to administer the ordinance of ordination of the priesthood. Instead of a hood, his head is covered with a kamilavka.

This dignity is given as a reward for some kind of merit. The archpriest is the most important among the priests and also the rector of the church. During the performance of the sacraments, the archpriests put on the robe and the epitrachelion. Several archpriests can serve in one liturgical institution.

This dignity is given only by the Patriarch of Moscow and All Russia as a reward for the kindest and most useful deeds that a person has done in favor of the Russian Orthodox Church. This is the highest rank in the white clergy. It will no longer be possible to deserve a rank above, since then there are ranks who are forbidden to create a family.

Nevertheless, in order to be promoted, many abandon worldly life, family, children and go into monastic life forever. In such families, the spouse most often supports the husband and also goes to the monastery to take a monastic vow.

Black clergy

It includes only those who have taken monastic tonsure. This hierarchy of ranks is more detailed than that of those who preferred family life to monastic life.

This is a monk who is a deacon. He helps priests to conduct ordinances and perform services. For example, he brings out the vessels necessary for rituals or pronounces prayer requests. The most senior hierodeacon is called "archdeacon".

This is a person who is a priest. He is allowed to perform various sacred ordinances. This dignity can be obtained by priests from the white clergy who decided to become monks, and those who have passed ordination (empowering a person to perform the sacraments).

This is the abbot or abbess of a Russian Orthodox monastery or temple. Previously, more often than not, this rank was given as a reward for services to the Russian Orthodox Church. But since 2011, the patriarch made a decision to grant this rank to any abbot of the monastery. At the dedication, the abbot is presented with a staff, with which he must go around his possessions.

This is one of the highest dignities in Orthodoxy. Upon receipt, the clergyman is also awarded a miter. The archimandrite wears a black monastic robe, which distinguishes him from other monks by the fact that he has red tablets. If, moreover, the archimandrite is the abbot of a temple or monastery, he has the right to wear a wand - a staff. He is supposed to be addressed by "Your High Reverend".

This dignity belongs to the category of bishops. When they were ordained, they received the highest grace of the Lord and therefore can perform any sacred rite, even ordain deacons. According to church laws, they have equal rights, the archbishop is considered the oldest. According to ancient tradition, only the bishop can bless the service with the help of antimis. This is a quadrangular scarf, into which a part of the relics of a saint is sewn.

Also, this clergyman controls and takes care of all monasteries and churches that are located on the territory of his diocese. The generally accepted address to the bishop is "Vladyka" or "Your Eminence".

This is a high-ranking clergy or the highest title of a bishop, the oldest on earth. He obeys only the patriarch. It differs from other dignitaries in the following details in clothing:

• has a blue robe (bishops have red ones);
• a white cowl with a cross trimmed with precious stones (the others have a black cowl).

This rank is given for very high merit and is a badge of distinction.

Highest rank in the Orthodox Church, the chief priest of the country. The word itself combines two roots "father" and "power". He is elected at the Bishops' Council. This dignity is for life, only in the most rare cases is it possible to depose and excommunicate. When the seat of the patriarch is empty, the locum tenens are appointed as temporary executor, who does everything that the patriarch has to do.

This position bears responsibility not only for itself, but also for the entire Orthodox people of the country.

Ascending ranks in the Orthodox Church have their own clear hierarchy. Despite the fact that we call many clergymen "father", every Orthodox Christian should know the main differences between dignities and positions.

You should always first find out the name, title and form of address to this or that person or persons with whom you will meet.

There are different types of titles and certain rules for title, special treatment.

Royal titles

Kings should be addressed: Lord (Sir) or Your majesty; to the queens - Madam (Madam) or Your majesty.

Princes - Royal Highness.

Noble titles

In Europe, the titles of prince, duke, marquis, count, viscount and baron are recognized. As a matter of courtesy, their carriers are always favored. The titles of nobility are always mentioned when presented.

Official titles

In all countries of the world, persons holding prominent political, state and military posts, as well as heads of diplomatic missions, are usually titled in accordance with their position.

In the official presentation, the titles of members of the government, chairmen and deputy chairmen of the chambers of parliament are always mentioned. In some countries, civil servants, including senior officials, have official titles, and these titles also apply to their wives. In other countries, former ministers or chairpersons of chambers, as well as retired senior officials, retain their former titles.

Scientific titles

In many countries, especially in Germany and England, the title of doctor is given to all those with university and medical education, except for those with lower degrees, such as, for example, m.A.... In France, this term only refers to doctors. In France, England and Germany, university professors are titled according to their title ( Monsieur le Professor, Professor Jones, Herr Doktor). In the United States, the honorary title of doctor is usually omitted when referring to a doctor. However, this title is mentioned in the greeting: Dear Dr. Smith.

Appeal Your Excellency as a courtesy, it is used even in countries where the use of titles is not accepted, in relation to high-ranking officials (church, state, political).

Church titles

Orthodox Church

The following hierarchy is observed:

Bishops:

1. Patriarchs, Archbishops, Metropolitans - Heads of Local Churches.

2. Metropolitans who are a) the heads of the Autocephalous Churches, b) members of the Patriarchate. In the latter case, they are members of the Synod or at the head of one or more archbishop's dioceses.

3. Archbishops (as well as item 2).

4. Bishops - administrators of the diocese - 2 dioceses.

5. Bishops - vicars - one diocese.

Priests:

1. Archimandrites (usually heads of monasteries, then they are called abbots of the monastery or governors).

2. Archpriests (usually in this dignity are deans and rectors of churches in large cities), Protopresbyter - rector of the Patriarchal Cathedral.

3. Abbots.

4. Hieromonks.

Deacons:

1. Archdeacons.

2. Protodeacons.

3. Hierodeacons.

4. Deacons.

Roman Catholic Church

The Roman Catholic Church is a centralized organization. You should be familiar with its hierarchy in order to understand the organizational structure of other Christian Churches using titles of similar origin. The order of precedence is as follows:

1. legates - cardinals representing the Pope who are entitled to royal honors;

2. cardinals of equal rank to princes of the blood;

3. representatives of the Vatican, nuncio, internuncia and apostolic delegates;

4. other prelates, whose seniority is determined by their title; patriarchs, primates, archbishops and bishops. Archbishops and bishops in their dioceses have seniority above all other clergymen of equal rank, except for the diplomatic representatives of the Vatican;

5. the general vicars and chapters in seniority are higher than all other clergymen, except for bishops;

6. parish priests.

Among bishops, priests and deacons in the Orthodox and Roman Catholic Churches, seniority is also determined depending on the date of their ordination.

Appeals and titles

Orthodox Church

Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople should be called Your Holiness... Other Eastern Patriarchs should be contacted or Your Holiness, or Your Bliss in the third person. Metropolitans and archbishops should be addressed with words Your Eminence, to the bishops Your Eminence, Your Grace and Your Highness.

To archimandrites, archpriests, abbots - Your Reverend, to the hieromonks, priests - Your Reverend.

If the Head of the Local Orthodox Church is a metropolitan and an archbishop, then it is necessary to address him Your Bliss.

Roman Catholic Church

The Pope should be addressed Holy father or Your Holiness in the third person. The cardinal should be contacted Eminence and Your Highness in the third person. Archbishops and bishops are addressed Excellency or Your Highness in the second person. Other members of the clergy are named according to their rank.

Lutheran Church

1. Archbishop;

2. land bishop;

3. bishop;

4. Kirchen President (Church President);

5. General Superintendent;

6. superintendent;

7. propst (dean);

8. pastor;

9. Vicar (Deputy, Assistant Pastor).

The Archbishop (head of the Church) is addressed Your Eminence... To the rest - Mister bishop etc.

Anglican Church in Great Britain

It has the official status of the state Church. The hierarchy of the Roman Catholic Church is preserved: archbishops, bishop, vicar bishop, dean, archdeacon, canon, prebendary, dean, pastor, vicar, curat and deacon. Archbishops have the right, as dukes, to be converted His Grace, bishops as peers, - Lord... Both have seats in the House of Lords. Sir used when referring to clergymen up to the rank of prebendarii. The rest of the representatives of the church hierarchy are called Reverendfollowed by first and last name. If they are doctors of theology, the title is added Doctor.

Different forms of title are used depending on the religion. The priest of the Church of England is called Reverend James Jones; the Catholic priest will be called Reverend Father Jones, without mentioning his name. In the English protocol, strictly defined places are assigned to the Anglican archbishops and bishops.

In England, the Archbishops of Canterbury and York follow in seniority the dukes, members of the royal family, and the bishops, in accordance with the date of their ordination, follow the younger sons of the marquis. The seniority of representatives of other Churches is not established.

In Scotland, the Lord High Commissioner of the General Assembly of the Scottish Church, at the meetings of the latter, follows in seniority the Sovereign Queen or her consort. The President (Moderator) of the General Assembly follows in seniority the Lord Chancellor of Great Britain.

In Northern Ireland, the Primates of Ireland and other archbishops, like the chairman (moderator) of the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church in Ireland, are higher in seniority than the Prime Minister of Northern Ireland.

Younger clergymen have no protocol seniority.

Clergy in the USA

Among the various churches in the United States, there is a hierarchy of dignitaries, which is basically the same for all Churches. It is clear that, taking into account specific conditions, it is possible to determine the order of seniority that should be observed among representatives of the same dignity of different communities. If we turn to the generally accepted protocol norms, then the first place should be divided between the dignitaries of the Roman Catholic and Anglican Churches, to which the majority of the parishioners belong. Dignitaries of other communities follow them, but there are no firm rules on this score.

In the United States, where Protestant Churches are numerous and the majority of the population is Protestant, each community observes its own customs with regard to its clergy. At official events with the participation of the Catholic Archbishop, he should be called Excellency... In a less formal setting, it is referred to as Eminence... An Anglican Bishop should be addressed My lord bishop; to the bishop of the Episcopal Church in the USA the appeal is applied Eminence, to the bishops of the Methodist Church - Reverend; to the Mormon bishops - Sir... Ministers of the Protestant Church and Catholic priests are called Eminenceand the rabbis are called Sir.

Churches and communities dating back to calvinist movement, usually have a territorial division. The supreme religious authority belongs to the consistory, the president of which is elected and by the French protocol is considered equal to the bishop. It is usually called Mr. President.