Bishop
A bishop is an ordained member of the Christian clergy who, in certain Christian churches, holds a position of authority.
Meaning of bishop
The etymology of the word bishop comes from the Greek word episkopos (επισκοπος), which can be generally translated as bishop, overseer, superintendent, supervisor, or foreman. From the word episkopos are derived the English words episcopacy, episcopate and episcopal.
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