priesthood

[US]/'priːsthʊd/
[UK]/'pristhʊd/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. the position of a priest; all the clergy or religious officials; the body of priests.

Phrases & Collocations

ordained priesthood

ministerial priesthood

priesthood duties

Example Sentences

a vocation to the priesthood

He was ordained into the priesthood last year.

The priesthood plays a significant role in the religious community.

She comes from a family with a long tradition of priesthood.

The responsibilities of the priesthood include leading worship services.

He devoted his life to the priesthood.

The priesthood requires a deep commitment to serving others.

Many young men aspire to join the priesthood.

The priesthood is considered a sacred calling.

She studied theology before entering the priesthood.

The priesthood has a long history in this religious tradition.

Real-world Examples

In his parents' time, he recalls, a local farming family would be proud if a son joined the priesthood.

Source: The Economist - International

Do you not long to be one with Him in His priesthood, ministry, and administration?

Source: 2019 ITERO - The One New Man Fulfilling God’s Purpose

Among those watching the decision making in Rome with apprehension, fear and optimism is the Catholic priesthood.

Source: The Economist - International

He was schooled in that least national of faiths, Catholicism, and tempted by the priesthood for a while.

Source: The Economist - Comprehensive

He has brought you and all your fellow Levites near himself, but now you are trying to get the priesthood too.

Source: 04 Numbers Soundtrack Bible Theater Version - NIV

You joined the priesthood because of me?

Source: The Scorpion and the Frog Season 3

All trainee priests are expected to live in celibacy and preparation for life and priesthood.

Source: BBC Listening August 2016 Collection

For when the priesthood is changed, the law must be changed also.

Source: 58 Hebrews Musical Bible Theater Edition - NIV

Father Ioann was found guilty, lost his job and is now about to get tossed from the priesthood.

Source: New York Magazine (Video Edition)

We sometimes use the word " vocation" to refer to those who go into the Christian priesthood or ministry.

Source: 2016 ESLPod

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