Episcopate Definition & Meaning

episcopate
noun
  1. the term of office of a bishop
  2. the territorial jurisdiction of a bishop
  3. the collective body of bishops
  4. the office and dignity of a bishop

"Episcopate" in song lyrics

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  • "historic episcopate"
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