nounnoun
der Priester, –
pap
Eine Person in einer Religion, die heilige Handlungen ausführt, Gebete spricht und die Gemeinschaft im Glauben führt.
The German word "Priester" is a noun meaning "priest".
- It does not break down into smaller German words—it directly refers to a religious figure who performs sacred rites and ceremonies.
Similar words:
- Pfarrer (pastor, parish priest)
- Kleriker (cleric)
- Seelsorger (spiritual counselor)
Differences:
- Priester is often associated with ordained clergy in Christian (especially Catholic, Orthodox) traditions, performing sacraments.
- Pfarrer typically refers specifically to a Protestant pastor responsible for a congregation.
- Kleriker is a more general term for religious officials.
- Seelsorger emphasizes the counseling and pastoral care role.
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Der Priester spricht das Gebet.noun
A pap mondja az imát.
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