Eclesiásticos (en. Ecclesiastics)
/e.kle.sjas.'ti.kos/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
It is a term that refers to individuals who belong to the church hierarchy.
Ecclesiastics play an important role in the religious life of the community.
Los eclesiásticos tienen un papel importante en la vida religiosa de la comunidad.
It can also refer to matters related to the doctrine and organization of the church.
The document addresses fundamental ecclesiastical topics for teaching.
El documento aborda temas eclesiásticos fundamentales para la enseñanza.
Etymology
From the Greek 'ekklēsiastikos', meaning 'belonging to the assembly or church.'
Common Phrases and Expressions
ecclesiastics and laypeople
It refers to the distinction between clergy and common people.
eclesiásticos y laicos
ecclesiastical discipline
Norms and rules that govern the conduct of church members.
disciplina eclesiástica
Related Words
ecclesiastical
Pertaining to or related to the church.
ecclesiástico
clerical
Relating to clerics or the clergy.
clerical
Slang Meanings
Light ecclesiastical
That concept is very light ecclesiastical, it lacks depth.
Ese concepto es muy eclesiástico light, no tiene profundidad.
To give it an ecclesiastical touch
I like to give an ecclesiastical touch to my family gatherings.
Me gusta darle un toque eclesiástico a mis reuniones familiares.