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10 Language-to-English DictionariesDiaconal
/daɪˈækənəl/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
Relating to a deacon or the office of a deacon in the Christian church.
"The diaconal duties include assisting the clergy and serving the congregation." - 2
Pertaining to the functions or responsibilities associated with deacons.
"She was recognized for her diaconal service during the church's outreach programs."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'diaconal' derives from the Greek word 'diakonos', meaning 'servant' or 'minister', which evolved through Latin as 'diaconus' before entering Middle English. It reflects the role of deacons in the Christian church, emphasizing service and ministry.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Diaconal" is said worldwide
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diaconal
Transliteration: diaconal
"Les fonctions diaconales sont essentielles dans l'église."
diakonisch
Transliteration: diakonisch
"Die diakonischen Aufgaben sind wichtig für die Gemeinde."
diaconale
Transliteration: diaconale
"Le funzioni diaconali sono fondamentali nella chiesa."
diaconal
Transliteration: diaconal
"Las funciones diaconales son esenciales en la iglesia."
diaconal
Transliteration: diaconal
"As funções diaconais são importantes na igreja."
डियाकोनल
Transliteration: ḍiyākonal
"डियाकोनल कार्य चर्च में महत्वपूर्ण हैं।"
执事的
Transliteration: zhíshì de
"执事的职责在教会中至关重要。"
집사의
Transliteration: jipsaui
"집사의 역할은 교회에서 중요합니다."
執事の
Transliteration: shitsushi no
"執事の役割は教会で重要です。"
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