Archdiocesan: meaning, definitions and examples
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archdiocesan
[ ɑːrkˈdaɪəsɪn ]
religious context
Archdiocesan refers to something that is associated with an archdiocese, which is a type of ecclesiastical jurisdiction led by an archbishop. It typically involves the administrative and spiritual responsibilities over multiple dioceses in a designated area. The term can apply to various aspects of church governance, including institutions, activities, or roles that are directly linked to an archdiocese. Understanding the archdiocesan structure is crucial for comprehending the organization of the Catholic Church on a regional level.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The archdiocesan headquarters oversee several local parishes.
- He was appointed the archdiocesan finance officer.
- Archdiocesan events often attract participants from various communities.
- The archdiocesan council meets quarterly to discuss regional issues.
Translations
Translations of the word "archdiocesan" in other languages:
🇵🇹 arqui-episcopal
🇮🇳 महाधर्माध्यक्षीय
🇩🇪 Erzdiözesan
🇮🇩 arsidiocesal
🇺🇦 архієпархіальний
🇵🇱 arcybiskupi
🇯🇵 大司教区の
🇫🇷 archidiocésain
🇪🇸 archidiocesano
🇹🇷 başpiskoposluk
🇰🇷 대주교구의
🇸🇦 أبرشية كبرى
🇨🇿 arcidiecézní
🇸🇰 arciďalecký
🇨🇳 大主教区的
🇸🇮 arhidiocesan
🇮🇸 arkibiskups
🇰🇿 архиепархиялық
🇬🇪 არქიეპისკოპოსი
🇦🇿 arxiyepiskop
🇲🇽 archidiócesano
Etymology
The term 'archdiocesan' derives from the combination of 'archdiocese' and the adjectival suffix '-an'. The word 'archdiocese' itself comes from the Greek word 'archi-', meaning 'chief' or 'principal', and 'diocese', which is derived from the Latin 'dioecesis', referring to a district or region under the care of a bishop. The establishment of archdioceses became more formalized in the early Middle Ages as the Catholic Church expanded its organizational structure to better manage its growing number of congregations and bishops. The archbishop, having authority over several dioceses, signifies a hierarchical structure, reflecting both spiritual leadership and administrative responsibilities. Over time, the term has been used to describe many facets of church operations, highlighting the important role of archdiocesan bodies in maintaining the unity and functionality of the church in various regions.