synod in Greek
synod in Greek is σύνοδος — synod means a formal council or meeting of church leaders held to decide on religious matters.
synod in Greek
σύνοδος
Pronounced: synodos
(Christianity) An ecclesiastic council or meeting to consult on church matters.
What does "synod" mean?
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noun A formal council or meeting of church leaders held to decide on religious matters.
"Addressing a number of previously taboo topics, this synod could result in several liberalizing reforms, though there is no guarantee that it will produce anything at all."
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noun An administrative division or governing body within certain church denominations.
"Our congregation sends two delegates each year to the synod that oversees local churches."
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synod in a sentence
- Addressing a number of previously taboo topics, this synod could result in several liberalizing reforms, though there is no guarantee that it will produce anything at all.
- Church leaders from many towns traveled to the synod to vote on the new rule.
- Our congregation sends two delegates each year to the synod that oversees local churches.
- The synod appointed a new leader to guide all the congregations in the district.
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Frequently asked questions
What is "synod" in Greek?
"synod" in Greek is σύνοδος. synod means: A formal council or meeting of church leaders held to decide on religious matters.
How do you pronounce σύνοδος?
"synod" in Greek is σύνοδος, pronounced "synodos".
How do you use "synod" in a sentence?
Example: "Church leaders from many towns traveled to the synod to vote on the new rule." In Greek, "synod" is σύνοδος.
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