There are several definitions of 'authority'.
One is as in the sense of 'an authority on a particular subject'. Catholics believe in respecting the Church as the ultimate authority on matters of faith and doctrine.
According to medieval Catholicism, the authority to interpret scripture was held by the Pope and the bishops of the Church.
A formal written request, typically one signed by many people, appealing to authority with respect to a particular cause.
APEX: recognizing the roman emperors authority
With respect.
The main branches of Christianity are Catholicism, Protestantism, and Eastern Orthodoxy. Catholicism recognizes the authority of the Pope and has specific sacraments. Protestantism emphasizes individual interpretation of the Bible and rejects the authority of the Pope. Eastern Orthodoxy has a different hierarchy and liturgical practices compared to Catholicism and Protestantism.
Respect is earned not given. You can make the hearts of men fear you but you can't make them respect you.
of Authority
A person or some people that has more authority than you or has authority over you.
The definition of the word deference is "humble submission and respect."
Power is the term that is the definition of the possession of control authority or influence over others.
some people may not know the definition of respect; but the definition is being confident about yourself/others, or being nice to others and yourself, respect is not being rude to a person.
Power is the term that is the definition of the possession of control authority or influence over others.