Clergy
Clergy
Clergy (/ˈklɜːrdʒi/) is a term used to refer to individuals who are ordained or consecrated members of a religious institution or organization. The term is derived from the Greek word kleros which means "a lot" or "an inheritance".
Etymology
The term "clergy" comes from the Old French clergié, which is derived from Late Latin clericus. This term, in turn, comes from the Greek word kleros meaning "a lot" or "an inheritance". The term was originally used to refer to the body of ordained men in the Christian Church.
Related Terms
- Ordination: The process by which individuals are consecrated, that is, set apart and elevated from the laity class to the clergy class.
- Consecration: The solemn dedication to a special purpose or service, usually religious.
- Religious institution: An organization established for the promotion of a religious belief or doctrine.
- Laity: All the faithful, excluding the clergy, who have been baptized.
- Pastor: A minister in charge of a Christian church or congregation.
- Priest: A religious leader authorized to perform the sacred rituals of a religion, especially as a mediatory agent between humans and one or more deities.
- Minister (Christianity): A member of the clergy who is authorized to conduct religious worship, preach the faith, and carry out other religious functions.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Clergy
- Wikipedia's article - Clergy
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