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seminary

 

[ หˆsษ›mษชหŒnษ›ri ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

educational institution

A seminary is an educational institution, often at the graduate level, that trains students to become clergy or religious leaders. Furthermore, seminaries often provide a rigorous academic environment focused on theology, Biblical studies, and ministry practices. These institutions may serve various religious traditions, and some are associated with specific denominations. Seminaries typically offer degrees such as Master of Divinity (MDiv) or Bachelor of Theology (BTh). The education received in a seminary prepares individuals for leadership roles within their religious communities and provides them with the tools to engage with spiritual and theological questions.

Synonyms

divinity school, religious institute, theological school

Examples of usage

  • She decided to attend a seminary to pursue her calling in ministry.
  • The seminary was known for its rigorous academic standards.
  • He studied at a seminary to deepen his understanding of theology.

Translations

Translations of the word "seminary" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น seminรกrio

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเฅ‡เคฎเคฟเคจเคฐเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Seminar

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ seminari

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะตะผั–ะฝะฐั€ั–ั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ seminarium

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ปใƒŸใƒŠใƒชใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท sรฉminaire

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ seminario

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท seminer

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์„ธ๋ฏธ๋‚˜๋ฆฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ู…ุฏุฑุณุฉ ุงู„ุฏูŠู†ูŠุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ seminรกล™

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ seminรกr

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ฅžๅญฆ้™ข

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ seminarij

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ sรฉrnรกm

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัะตะผะธะฝะฐั€ะธั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒ”แƒ›แƒ˜แƒœแƒแƒ แƒ˜แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ seminariya

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ seminario

Etymology

The term 'seminary' originates from the Latin word 'seminarium', which means 'seedbed' or 'place for seeds'. In the context of education, it refers to a place where individuals are nurtured and educated in the faith and practice of religious ministry. The use of the word in its current context began around the 16th century, particularly with the rise of Catholic seminaries during the Counter-Reformation, aiming to train priests adequately. Over the centuries, the concept of seminaries expanded beyond Catholicism to include institutions for Protestant and other religious groups as well. This evolution reflects broader changes in religious education and the need for well-trained leaders in various faith traditions.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #12,516, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.