Ministering: meaning, definitions and examples

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ministering

 

[ ˈmɪnɪstərɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

religious context

Ministering refers to the act of serving or providing care, often in a religious or spiritual context. This can involve offering guidance, support, and assistance to others, particularly those in need. It is commonly associated with clergy or religious leaders who are tasked with the spiritual well-being of their congregation. However, it can also extend to anyone who takes on a role of service within their community, regardless of their religious affiliations.

Synonyms

assisting, caring, serving, supporting.

Examples of usage

  • The pastor is ministering to the sick in the hospital.
  • She felt called to ministering to the homeless in her city.
  • The church organized a group for ministering to families in crisis.

Translations

Translations of the word "ministering" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ministrando

🇮🇳 मंत्रणा देना

🇩🇪 ministeriell

🇮🇩 melayani

🇺🇦 міністрування

🇵🇱 posługiwanie

🇯🇵 奉仕する

🇫🇷 ministère

🇪🇸 ministerio

🇹🇷 hizmet etme

🇰🇷 봉사

🇸🇦 الوزارة

🇨🇿 sloužení

🇸🇰 slúženie

🇨🇳 服侍

🇸🇮 ministriranje

🇮🇸 tæknifólk

🇰🇿 министрлікті

🇬🇪 მინისტრობა

🇦🇿 nazirlik

🇲🇽 ministerio

Etymology

The term 'ministering' originates from the Latin word 'ministrare', which means 'to serve'. This word evolved through Old French and Middle English, retaining its core meaning associated with service and assistance. Historically, ministering has been closely linked with religious practices, where individuals, often clergymen or women, act as intermediaries between the divine and the congregation. Over the centuries, the meaning broadened to encompass various forms of service and care in community and social contexts. Today, while it still often refers to religious duties, ministering can also be seen in secular environments where individuals or organizations serve others, emphasizing the important role of compassion and support in society.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,083, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.