Definition of vicar

vicarnoun

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/ˈvɪkə(r)//ˈvɪkər/

The word "vicar" derives from the Latin word "vicarius," which originally referred to a deputy or a substitute. In the context of Christianity, a vicar was originally appointed by the bishop as a priest to oversee the administration of a parish in his absence. The term "vicar" first appeared in English in the 12th century, and it evolved to specifically refer to a clergyman who was typically responsible for managing the day-to-day affairs of a parish, including overseeing the sacraments, delivering sermons, and administering the church's charitable works. The role of a vicar can differ in various denominations, but generally, they are regarded as ordained ministers who provide pastoral care and spiritual guidance to their congregations.

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an Anglican priest who is in charge of a church and the district around it (called a parish)

một linh mục Anh giáo phụ trách một nhà thờ và khu vực xung quanh nó (gọi là giáo xứ)

a priest in the US Episcopal Church

một linh mục trong Giáo hội Tân giáo Hoa Kỳ

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