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ive read a cathedral is so named because it is/was were the chair for a bishop is/was held . (latin-chair) A minster is a church which would have originaly housed monks etc to go out to preach to the nearby population e.g -york minster is in fact both a cathedral and minster!
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∙ 9y agoA minster is a church that was established during Anglo-Saxon times as a missionary teaching church, or a church attached to a monastery. A cathedral is the seat of a bishop.
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What is the york minster used for?
York Minster is a cathedral
Where is the York Minster?
York Minster is the popular name for the Anglican Cathedral in the City of York in England. It's full, correct name is The Cathedral and Metropolitical Church of St Peter in York. An extract from the Minster's web site explains the word "Minster" "Minster Churches are basically churches that were established in the Anglo Saxon period as missionary teaching churches. York Minster is also the Church of the Archbishop of York. He is the most senior bishop in the North of England. It is where he has his seat, called a Cathedra, which makes York Minster a Cathedral as well. Not all Minsters are Cathedrals, and not all Cathedrals are Minsters, but York Minster is both. The present Minster is the largest Gothic Cathedral in northern Europe and was built over a period of 250 years"
Which church is Prince William going to for his wedding?
West Minster Abby. This is a cathedral.
What is a large church called?
A large church is a basilica. A Cathedral is the bishop's church, these are usually large too. Another word is 'MINSTER' as in 'York Minster
What Cathedral has the the highest spire?
In the UK this is Salisbury (St Mary's) Cathedral. In the world, the tallest cathedral spire is in Ulm, Germany. Correction: Ulm Minster is the tallest church, but is not a cathedral as it has never been the seat of a Bishop.
What is worship done in?
A Church, Chapel, Monastery , cathedral, minster, temple: Buddhist,Greek,Hindu.
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Is York minster a church?
Yes, although technically it's a cathedral (so still a place of Christian worship).
What is the difference between cathedral ceiling and vaulted ceiling?
cathedral ceilings follow the pitch of the roof, while vaulted don't necessarily do so.
What is the difference between Westminster Abbey and St Paul's Cathedral London?
Westminster Abbey is Church of England and St Paul's Cathedral is Christian but non-denominational.
What is a Christians temple called?
there are many names depending of denomination and size, here are some Church Chapel Cathedral Minster Abbey
What has the author J H Srawley written?
J. H. Srawley has written: 'The story of Lincoln Minster' -- subject(s): Lincoln Cathedral
