Arcediano (en. Archdeacon)

/aɾθeˈðjano/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Ecclesiastical title designating a cleric in charge of a diocese or several parishes.

The archdeacon supervises the activities of the parishes under his charge.

El arcediano supervisa las actividades de las parroquias a su cargo.

Within the ecclesiastical hierarchy, figures with administrative and spiritual functions.

The archdeacon attended the clergy meeting to discuss community issues.

El arcediano asistió a la reunión del clero para discutir temas de la comunidad.

Considered a close collaborator of the bishop in important decisions.

The archdeacon was appointed to assist in the planning of the new community center.

El arcediano fue nombrado para ayudar en la planificación del nuevo centro comunitario.

From Latin 'archidiaconus', meaning 'first deacon'.

archdeacon of the cathedral

Term that refers to the archdeacon who has specific authority over the cathedral.

arcediano de la catedral

in the service of the archdeacon

Expression that indicates someone is working or collaborating with the archdeacon.

al servicio del arcediano

functions of the archdeacon

Refers to the responsibilities and tasks that an archdeacon performs.

funciones del arcediano

deacon

Lower-ranking cleric who assists in various liturgical functions.

diácono

bishop

Senior member of the clergy, responsible for a diocese.

obispo

parish

Administrative division of the church that has its own cleric.

parroquia

Informal reference to a cleric believed to abuse their power.

They say the archdeacon only seeks to enrich his position.

Dicen que el arcediano solo busca enriquecer su posición.

Used to describe someone who behaves in a very rigid or authoritarian manner.

Don't be so archdeacon, relax a little.

No seas tan arcediano, relájate un poco.