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    Sacerdocio (en. Priesthood)

    /saseɾˈðosjo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Set of priests of a religion or cult.
    The Catholic priesthood has a well-defined hierarchy.
    El sacerdocio católico tiene una jerarquía bien definida.
    Function or ministry of the priest.
    He was called to the priesthood after years of preparation.
    Él fue llamado al sacerdocio después de años de preparación.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'sacerdotium', which means 'priest'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    ministerial priesthood
    It refers to the exercise of worship and religious services by priests.
    sacerdocio ministerial
    universal priesthood
    The belief that all believers have direct access to God.
    sacerdocio universal

    Related Words

    priest
    Person who officiates in a religious cult.
    sacerdote
    clerical
    Related to the clergy or to religion.
    clerical

    Slang Meanings

    Expression of a strong commitment to faith.
    He is so involved in his priesthood that he is always at church.
    Él está tan metido en su sacerdocio que siempre está en la iglesia.
    Jocular use to refer to someone who takes their beliefs seriously.
    Don't talk to him about fun; he lives his 'priesthood'.
    No le hables de diversión, él vive su 'sacerdocio'.