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    Pastor (en. Pastor)

    /pasˈtoɾ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A person who has the care and direction of a religious community.
    The pastor gave a moving sermon during the service.
    El pastor dio un sermón conmovedor durante el servicio.
    A person who looks after a flock of sheep.
    The pastor led the sheep to graze in the field.
    El pastor llevó a las ovejas a pastar en el campo.
    Ecclesiastical title in some Christian denominations.
    The church pastor was promoted to bishop.
    El pastor de la iglesia fue promovido a obispo.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'pastor', meaning 'one who takes care of the flocks'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    soul shepherd
    Refers to a spiritual leader who cares for and guides their congregation.
    pastor de almas
    shepherd of sheep
    Refers to someone who takes care of animals, specifically sheep.
    pastor de ovejas
    to be a good shepherd
    Implies being responsible and careful in guiding a group of people.
    ser un buen pastor

    Related Words

    congregation
    Group of people who gather for religious practices.
    congregación
    sermon
    Religious speech given by a pastor.
    sermón
    worship
    Act of worship or veneration to a deity.
    culto

    Slang Meanings

    Pastor in the context of social media, as a public figure.
    That pastor has many followers on Instagram.
    Ese pastor tiene muchos seguidores en Instagram.
    Colloquial use to refer to someone with great influence in the community.
    She is like a shepherd for the youth in the city.
    Ella es como un pastor para los jóvenes en la ciudad.