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Bishops
Bishops refer to a level of leadership within a religion. In some religions they are appointed by the highest authority, in others they are elected.
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What is the history of a bishop's hat called mitre?
A bishop's special hat is called a mitre.
HISTORY OF THE BISHOP'S MITRE
The Jewish priesthood in the Old Testament were distinguished by a special headdress, which, in the King James Version of the Bible, is called a mitre. Most modern bible translations render this word as 'turban', it being a linen headwrap. However, in the first century, when Christianity was first established, it appears that Christians looked to Jesus Christ as their High Priest, (Hebrews 3:1; 7:26-28 etc) rather than to any man appointed under the Jewish Law covenant, and consequently the wearing of religious 'turbans of office' ceased to be practiced.
Evidently Christianity was marked by a break from many of the customs of Judaism (Hebrews 7:18); the priesthood under the Law of Moses had been fulfilled, (Hebrews chapter 7) and consequently Christian bishops did not need to wear any a mitre or special official head-covering or robe of office to indicate any perpetuation of the Levitical priesthood. (Galatians 3:23 - 4:10)
The word 'bishop' does appear five times in the King James Version of the New Testament, (Phillipians 1:1; 1 Timothy 3:1,2; Titus 1:7; 1 Peter 2:25) but there is no mention of any mitre or special headdress being worn by those bishops.
Outside of biblical Judaism the mitre/turban was also worn as a symbol of office. These mitres had different shapes. It has been asserted that the priesthood of Dagon (the fish god?) wore a tall clefted mitre that resembled a fish's head, but this seems to more conjecture than substantiated historical fact.
The first mention of bishops in the Christian church wearing mitres is in the 11th century, in a letter written in 1049 by Pope Leo IX, granting a bishop the right to wear a mitre. The first illustrations of bishops wearing mitres also appear from around this time period, in two miniatures which show Catholic bishops wearing mitres. This special style of headdress for bishops became widespread in the Catholic church, and is now seen, in different forms, in both the Western and Eastern Orthodox churches.
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In a Christian church what is a Bishops chair?
How many archbishops are there in Roman Catholicism?
There are 2946 diocese in the Catholic Church. There is only one ranking Bishop per diocese. There is no difference in rank and power between a Bishop who heads a diocese and an Archbishop who heads an archdiocese. An archbishop is merely a bishop who controls a large territory or city. As of 1989 America had 31 Archbishops.
A bishop is a priest of Jesus Christ in the rank of the episcopacy (bishop-hood).
A bishop rules a see, from the Latin "Sedes" meaning seat, referring to a seat of authority. This can either be a functioning see like the Archdiocese of Boston, or a defunct see, like Sufes. This is called a titular see, and is given to assistant bishops in a diocese or to bishops who work in the Roman Curia (Papal court).
A bishop is like a pastor of pastors, who controls the Church in a geographic area. He is responsible for appointing priests, managing property, instituting local church rules and for enforcing cannon law (Church Law). He also ordains men to the priesthood. Bishops report directly to the Vatican. The parish a Bishop directly rules is called a Cathedral, named after his throne, called a cathedra.
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AnswerThe head of a diocese, and a successor to the apostles, consecrated by another Bishop, and given all the authority and power to rule over a particular Church..
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Modern Catholic Dictionary by John A. Hardon, S.J. Doubleday & Co., Inc. Garden City, NY 1980
A successor of the Apostles who has received the fullness of Christ's priesthood. His most distinctive power, that of ordaining priests and other bishops, belongs uniquely to a bishop. Moreover, In spite of some disputed cases in history, it is highly probably that a priest would not be authorized by the Holy See to ordain another priest. A priest certainly cannot consecrate a bishop.
In the ordination of a bishop the "matter" is the imposition of hands on the head of the bishop-elect by the consecrating bishops, or at least by the principal consecrator, which is done in silence before the consecratory prayer; the "form" consists of the words of the consecratory prayer, of which the following pertains to the essence of the order, and therefore are required for the validity of the act: "Now pour out upon this chosen one that power which flows form you, the perfect Spirit whom He gave to the apostles, who established the Church in every place as the sanctuary where your name would always be praised and gloried."
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The Catechism of the Catholic Church, 2nd edition
The teaching office
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Bishops, with priests as co-workers, have as their first task "to preach the Gospel of God to all men," in keeping with the Lord's command. They are "heralds of faith, who draw new disciples to Christ; they are authentic teachers" of the apostolic faith "endowed with the authority of Christ."
The sanctifying office
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The bishop is "the steward of the grace of the supreme priesthood," especially in the Eucharist which he offers personally or whose offering he assures through the priests, his co-workers. The Eucharist is the center of the life of the particular Church. The bishop and priests sanctify the Church by their prayer and work, by their ministry of the word and of the sacraments. They sanctify her by their example, "not as domineering over those in your charge but being examples to the flock." Thus, "together with the flock entrusted to them, they may attain to eternal life."
The governing office
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"The bishops, as vicars and legates of Christ, govern the particular Churches assigned to them by their counsels, exhortations, and example, but over and above that also by the authority and sacred power" which indeed they ought to exercise so as to edify, in the spirit of service which is that of their Master.
What countries do bishops live in?
Bishops are officials of many, but not all, branches of Christianity.
They therefore usually live in any country where Christianity is observed.
How did Archbishop Ussher use the Bible to predict the age of the earth?
Primarily from the genealogies in Genesis back to Adam. He considered when Jesus was born too.
How many Mormon bishops are there in the world?
Currently (December 2011) there are 21,072 Bishops (leaders of large Mormon congregations) and 7,610 Branch Presidents (leaders of small Mormon congregations) worldwide. Typically, a Bishop is a man called out of the congregation to lead the congregation for about 5 years. Most Mormon men will serve as a Bishop or as a Bishop's assistant, secretary, or clerk within their lifetime.
Do you kiss the ring of the archbishop?
Do I? No. I am Russian Orthodox, and our Bishops do not wear rings. When we ask the Bishop's blessing, we lay our right hand (open hand, palm up) over our left hand, and gold them in front of our chest area; the Bishop will make the Sign of the Cross over us, then lay his right hand on our hands, at which time we kiss his hand.
Roman Catholics kiss the ring of the Bishop-any Bishop, "arch" or not...and, of course, the Pope and Cardinals...who are, after all, Bishops too.
Why was archbishop trevor huddleston succesfull what did he achieve?
Biographical Details
On the 15th June 1913 Trevor Huddleston was born in Bedford, England. He went to the schools Lancing College, Christ Church, Oxford and Wells Theological College. He joined an Anglican religious order, the Community of the Resurrection (CR), in 1939, having already served for two years as a curate at St Mark's Swindon.
Apartheid
Apartheid was the separation and treatment of black people in South Africa. It was enforced by the National Party government between 1948 and 1993. There was racial discrimination before, but the government introduced the official policy in 1948. The government segregated education, medical care, and other public services.
South Africa
In 1943, Huddleston went to the CR mission station at Rosettenville, Sophiatown to build on the work of Raymond Raines, whose work had become so difficult had to return home for a break. Over the course of the next 13 years in Sophiatown, Huddleston developed into a much-loved priest and respected anti-Apartheid activist. He fought against the Apartheid laws peacefully and made public the racism and conviction of the black people there.
Inspiration
I believe that Huddleston received most of his inspiration from God and through his theological studies. Trevor Huddleston will be most remembered, however, as a person that brought inspiration to others. Desmond Tutu and Nelson Mandela have stated the strong influence that Huddleston had on him. And there are also thousands of other men and women who were positively influenced by Trevor Huddleston.
Medieval bishops could not read or write?
It isn't possible. They are after all bishops. They have said a service before and they must have read something!!
How do you use the word archbishop in a sentence?
eg.
The archbishop went to the shop.
He is the archbishop of [...somewhere...]
The archbishop's goldfish is called bubbles.
What Christian group are the archbishop and the pope leaders of?
They are leaders of the catholic church.
The Catholic Church
What are two ways the pope and bishops teach the truth about Jesus?
The Pope and all those under him do not teach the truth. Catholisim teaches idol worship, Mary worship and the Pope as infalliable. By it's own admission the papacy has proclaimed itself powerful enough to put the doctrine of man before, and at times, in place of the true word of God.
For those who would argue the point, the Church readily admits this is true, they have done such things, it has been remitted to history.
Who has the authority in the local church of the COGIC the Jurisdictional Bishop or the Pastor?
well it depends If the pastor dies the bishop becomes the pastor but if not the pastor is always in charge well it depends If the pastor dies the bishop becomes the pastor but if not the pastor is always in charge
Is the apostolic succession of Archbishop Karl Rodig Valid?
He was ordained as a Roman Catholic Priest in the mid 80's. However, a man who open accepts a women "priest" and other heresies, can't be followed or listened to. Be careful of the wolf.
Are Bishops allowed to get married?
Neither priests nor bishops nor any clergy men are allowed to get married as per the Roman Catholic Church rules. If someone wants to get married then they have to leave their holy life (i.e. priesthood) and live life like a lay person and get married.
In celebrating the sacraments the bishops share in Christ's ministry as what?
