saintleonards Who do monks worship? What God do monks worship? Worship in Mahayana tradition takes the form of devotion to Buddha and to Bodhisattvas. Worshippers may sit on the floor barefoot facing an image of Buddha and chanting. They will listen to monks chanting from religious texts, perhaps accompanied by instruments, and take part in … Read more
Who was at the top of the hierarchy of the medieval church? Bishop – The Bishop was the top church leader in the kingdom and managed an area called a diocese. The Catholic Church was very powerful in most parts of Medieval Europe and this made the Bishop powerful as well. Not only that, … Read more
How did Paul describe himself? In deep repentance for his previous sins—especially persecuting the believers- Paul recognizes the depths of his own sinful nature and therefore describes himself as “the worst of sinners” (I Timothy 1:13-15). Did Paul have regrets? Yet Paul was also a man who lived with regret, shame and remorse. He … Read more
What was the role of a priest Why? Our duties include teaching the gospel, baptizing, administering the sacrament, visiting the members, ordaining others to the Aaronic Priesthood, and doing missionary work. What roles did the earliest priests play? The priests were to officiate at many offerings under the Law of Moses, including the passover … Read more
Which Psalm is for thanksgiving? Psalm 118:19 I will extol the Lord at all times; His praise will always be on my lips. I will glory in the Lord; let the afflicted hear and rejoice. Glorify the Lord with me; let us exalt his name together. How many thanksgiving Psalms are there? The Book … Read more
What is considered a church father? Church Father, any of the great bishops and other eminent Christian teachers of the early centuries whose writings remained as a court of appeal for their successors, especially in reference to controverted points of faith or practice. What are the 4 qualities of a church father? The church … Read more
What are the two different types of priests? Within the Roman Catholic church, there are two types of priests: the secular clergy and those who are part of religious orders. What are the 3 types of priests? Sharing the life of a religious, or regular, priest Religious priests are known as order priests after … Read more
What is the meaning of the phrase Son of God? 1 often capitalized S : a superhuman or divine being (such as an angel) 2 capitalized S : messiah sense 1. 3 : a person established in the love of God by divine promise. Why is Jesus referred to as the son of David? … Read more
Whats the biggest mega church? The largest megachurch in the world by attendance is South Korea’s Yoido Full Gospel Church, an Assemblies of God church, with more than 830,000 members as of 2007. The largest church auditorium, Glory Dome, was inaugurated in 2018 with 100,000 seats, in Abuja, Nigeria. Which church has the largest … Read more
What do the praying hands symbolize? Praying hands symbolize obedience, submission, sincerity, repentance, veneration and respect in regard to one’s higher power. While the familiar praying hands posture of hands held pressed together in front of one’s heart is often associated with Christianity, it is also used by Jews, Hindus and Buddhists. What does … Read more