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A cathedral is the principle church in a diocese, and with which a bishop is officially associated. The word comes from the Latin for 'seat' - as it was where the bishop's throne was kept.
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Which is bigger a church or a cathedral?
Usually a cathedral.
How many cathedrals are there in England?
there are 4 Cathedrals in London Westminster cathedral Southwark Cathedral St. George Cathedral St. Paul's Cathedral
Does London have a cathedral?
London has many cathedrals, including St Paul's Cathedral, Westminster Cathedral, Southwark Cathedral and St George's Cathedral.
(Cathedral) The narrator finds it impossible to describe?
A cathedral
What is the widest cathedral in the UK?
The widest cathedral in the UK is Liverpool Cathedral.
What part of speech is cathedral?
The word cathedral can be used as a noun = The cathedral is immense. or as an adjective: The new house has cathedral ceilings.
When does a church become a cathedral?
A Cathedral is a Christian Church that contains the seat of a Bishop. A Parish church that was formerly a Cathedral is known as 'Proto Cathedral'. A Parish church temporarily serving as a Cathedral is known as a 'Pro Cathedral' The removal of a Bishops seat from a Cathedral deprives that church of its Cathedral status. So, a Bishop placing his seat in a Church can elevate the Church to Cathedral status
What is the cathedral in Paris called?
The Cathedral in Paris is called the Notre Dame Cathedral.
How do you spell the word cathedral?
The correct spelling is 'cathedral'.
What makes a cathedral a cathedral?
A cathedral is a church which is the seat of a bishop; the word "cathedral" comes from the Latin for "chair" - cathedra. So it is generally up to the church authorities when to make a church a cathedral.
What is Winchester Cathedral used for?
Winchester Cathedral is a working (functioning) cathedral of the Church of England.
What is the cathedral called that stands on the island in seine?
The Cathedral in question is Notre Dame Cathedral.
