Priesting: meaning, definitions and examples
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priesting
[ priːstɪŋ ]
religious practice
The act of performing the duties of a priest or the office held by a priest within a religious context. It typically involves leading worship services, conducting rituals, and providing spiritual guidance to the congregation.
Synonyms
clergy, ecclesiastical service, ministry, priesthood
Examples of usage
- The priesting of the new church service was a beautiful ceremony.
- He dedicated his life to priesting in the local community.
- Priesting requires a deep understanding of religious texts.
- She found her calling in priesting after years of contemplation.
Translations
Translations of the word "priesting" in other languages:
🇵🇹 sacerdócio
🇮🇳 पादरी
🇩🇪 Priester
🇮🇩 persembahan
🇺🇦 священство
🇵🇱 kapłaństwo
🇯🇵 司祭
🇫🇷 sacerdoce
🇪🇸 sacerdocio
🇹🇷 papazlık
🇰🇷 사제직
🇸🇦 الكهنوت
🇨🇿 kněžství
🇸🇰 kňazstvo
🇨🇳 牧师职
🇸🇮 sacerdotstvo
🇮🇸 prests
🇰🇿 священство
🇬🇪 მღვდელობა
🇦🇿 kəhanət
🇲🇽 sacerdocio
Etymology
The term 'priesting' is derived from the word 'priest', which has its roots in the Old English word 'preost', meaning 'one set apart for religious duties'. This Old English term is traced further back to the Latin 'presbyter', which means 'elder' or 'a leader of the church'. The evolution of the term reflects the development of religious roles and rituals over centuries, especially within Christianity, where priests serve as mediators between God and people. The use of 'priesting' specifically to denote the act of officiating religious rites and duties has gained acceptance in modern contexts, reflecting both the tradition and the evolving understanding of spiritual leadership.