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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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Why did Archbishop Thomas Becket excommunicate three other bishops of the English church in 1170?
As Archbishop of Canterbury from 1162, Thomas Becket excommunicated the archbishop of York and two other bishops in November 1170. The excommunication of the bishops by Becket was his response to the coronation, in June 1170 by the archbishop of York, of the young son of Henry II who was a token co-regent until his father's death in 1183. Becket had been in exile for earlier oppositions to the king, and this brought matters to a head. In Becket's eyes crowning the king was a Canterbury privilege. He agreed terms with Henry and returned to England with the intention of punishing those who had infringed that privilege. When the excommunicated bishops complained to the king, then in Normandy, Henry II's angry words prompted four knights to cross the Channel and kill Becket in his own cathedral on 29 December 1170, a murder that shocked Christendom. Little more than two years later, in February 1173, he was canonized by Alexander III.
Who was the Protestant archbishop of Canterbury?
it is, Thomas Cranmer, who was made archbishop by, King Edward VI, with the help of Nicholas Ridley and preacher Hugh Latimer, Cranmer lead England in more drastic Reformation.
Mass flight by religious dissidents from the persecutions of archbishop laud and Charles?
Great Puritan Migration
Who was the archbishop of Canterbury and was beheaded in 1645?
His name was William Laud. As Archbishop of Canterbury he was considered High Church or an Anglo-Catholic. This combined with his opposition of radical Puritanism and support for Charles I sealed his fate and he was condemned as a traitor by the Long Parliament. He was executed on 10 January 1645.
Where does the archbishop of Canterbury live?
The Archbishoo of Canturbury has a bishop's palace (not as grand as it sounds - but all bishops live in 'palaces' some of which are just large houses). This is located in Canterbury,. However he also has an official residence in Lambeth Palace, London, which is situated on the opposite side of the river from the House of Parliament at the far end of Lambeth bridge, right on the banks of the Thames. All the other archbishops (of the other provinces such as York, Wales, Canada, etc) live in a palace usually in the cathedral city and near the cathedral where he holds the chair as bishop.
Why archbishop Thomas Beckett murdered?
Archbishop of Canterbury, Thomas Becket, was murdered on the 29th December, 1170.
Henry II had supposedly lost his temper and yelled something along the lines of "who will rid me of this troublesome priest" (the exact words were lost in history). Four knights overheard this and 'misunderstood', so, they then went to Canterbury Cathedral and killed him.
It was on the 3rd blow from the sword that he fell, and on the 4th they lopped of his head and his 'brains spilled out' (nasty stuff, isn't it?) according to Edward Grim, best friend and clerk. Grim also got hurt in the attack, when one of the knights hit Becket the second time, it missed and hit Grim in the shoulder.
As far as I know (I've done a bit of research) not a lot is known about the funeral.
Hope this helps!
Why did Henry II choose thomas becket as archbishop?
Henry chose Becket as archbishop because he was his friend and he did not like the way that they didn't get punished. because Becket was his friend he thought that he could change the church rules but he was wrong. Becket him self changed himself and he was determined to be a really good archbishop.
1 Timothy 3:1 - This is a faithful saying: If a man desires the position of a bishop, he desires a good work. Paul goes on to stipulate that they must be "the husband of one wife" (v.2), and have "children in submission" (v.4).
Why is the archbishop important?
All bishops are important because they are successors to the Apostles, and have the fullness of Christ's priesthood. Archbishops are just bishops of Archdioceses, he is also styled a "metropolitan".
How many Roman Catholic bishops are there in the U.S.?
According to the Official Catholic Directory, as of Jan. 1, 2010, there are 390 bishops and 59 archbishops.
There are 456 currently active and retired Catholic bishops in the United States:
271 active bishops:
- 4 Cardinal Archbishops
- 27 Archbishops
- 153 Diocesan Bishops
- 75 Auxiliary Bishops
- 12 Apostolic or Diocesan Administrators
185 retired bishops:
- 11 retired Cardinal Archbishops
- 25 retired Archbishops
- 101 retired Diocesan Bishops
- 48 retired Auxiliary Bishops
See the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) link for a list of the bishops' names.
Why do bishops carry a shepherd's staff?
from Modern Catholic Dictionary by John A. Hardon, S.J. Doubleday & Co., Inc. Garden City, NY 1980
Why did the bishops of Rome claimed to have authority over all other bishops?
The popes are the successors of Saint Peter, who was given special authority by Jesus to lead the Church.
Why does the church teach that bishops are the successors of the apostles?
As God's chosen representatives the apostles were to be listened to (2 Corinthians 5:20). They did not receive their commission from the Church; they received it from the Lord. The apostles were "God's co-workers" ( 1 Corinthians 3:9). They baptized of the bread, and laid their hands on others in conferring the Holy Spirit and calling others to ministry. They forgave sins in God's name; and with the fullness of Christ's power, they even worked miracles (Acts 2:43).
What do bishops wear round there neck?
Bishops are seen to wear two things on their head, depending on which one you are referring:
The "pointed hat" worn by bishops in the Catholic Church is properly known as a "mitre" or "miter". This is a symbol of their office as princes of the Catholics Church. Bishops wear mitres while conducting ceremonies or while attending formal Church functions, such as a Church Council.
The flat saucer-type skullcap - usually purple in colour for a bishop - resting on a bishop's head even when they are not in a ceremony or an official function is called a zucchetto (plural: zucchetti)
What ended the authority of priests and bishops?
The authority of priests and bishops within the wider Christian church has not ended.
Roman Catholic AnswerThe "authority" of priests and bishops is only a participation in the authority of Jesus Christ over His Church. They have no authority on their own, but only when they are speaking as His representatives. As such, their "authority" will last as that of Our Blessed Lord. As He created the entire world, then I suppose His authority, as exercised through His priests and Bishops, will last as long as the world lasts.What is the Catholic archbishop of Westminster?
Cardinal Cormac Murphy-O'Connor.
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Is a Roman Catholic archbishop and a Roman Catholic cardinal one and the same?
A cardinal is of a higher rank than an archbishop. A: Not necessarily a "higher rank" per se except that Cardinals elect future popes -- the Bishop of Rome.
Clarification:
In many cases a cardinal IS an archbishop.
Why was Oscar Romero appointed as archbishop?
Oscar Romero was caught between the rich ruling class and the poor who made up about 99 percent of the population of El Salvador. He demanded an end to the persecution of the poor and a better distribution of wealth. This made him a target of the extreme right-wing death squads that operated in El Salvador to deal with any opposition to the government.
What is the plus sign preceding a bishop's name?
Some Catholic Bishops affect a "+" in front of their name. It is a cross (a Christian symbol) not a plus sign. The custom derives from the era when medieval bishops would humbly sign their names by prefixing the title "Sinner" or "Sinful Servant." So an Archbishop might sign his letters in this way:
Your Sinful Servant,
Charles J. Chaput, OFM, Cap.
But in modern times, he signs his name as:
+Charles J. Chaput, OFM, Cap.The cross prefix is merely a symbol of one being a "sinner" - that is one in need of the redeeming cross of our Lord Jesus Christ.
No. Neither the Roman Catholic Church nor the Eastern Catholic Churches allow married men to become bishops.
A man who is already a bishop, priest, or deacon cannot get married because once a man has received the sacrament of holy orders, he cannot get married.
What is the name of a bishops territory?
A "dioceses" is a section of land that the bishop presides over.
What were the archbishops role in Roman Catholic church?
First of all, there is no "Roman" Catholic Church, it's just the Catholic Church. Secondly, archbishops have always had the same role as they do today, they are bishops of a major diocese which is usually the head diocese of a province
