Abbot

/ˈæbət/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The head or superior of a monastery or community of monks.

The abbot led the monks in prayer each morning.

A title used for the leader of a Benedictine abbey.

The newly elected abbot addressed the congregation with great humility.

In some Christian traditions, particularly among monks, the term is also used for the head of a religious community.

The abbot's wisdom was sought by many outside the monastery.

From Old English 'abbod,' derived from Late Latin 'abbas,' from Greek 'abbas,' from Aramaic 'abba' meaning father.

Abbot of the Abbey

The leader or chief monk of a religious community located in an abbey.

Abbot's Rule

The guidelines or code of conduct established by the abbot for the community.

abbey

A monastery under the supervision of an abbot.

monk

A man who has taken a vow of poverty and lives a religious life.

A term for a wise or respected leader.

That guy in the group is the abbot; we always look to him for guidance.

An informal term for a person who is very organized or in control.

She's like the abbot of our household, keeping everything running smoothly.