Yes, in that there are spiritual heads of jurisdictions, such as the Patriarch of Jerusalem or the Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople. But not in the modern sense of the word 'patriarchal' which tends to suggest sexism or male domination. The Church is not sexist because both men and women have the same opportunities for salvation. Men and women are regarded as being equal in salvation, but not having the same roles. For example, it is the role of men to become clergy, but it is the role of women to bear children. Men cannot have children, but this does not mean that God has discriminated against men. Men simply have to accept this as God's Will and choose to serve God in other ways.
In the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the "Mormon" church), Patriarchal Blessings are usually given on Sunday, but in some circumstances are given on other days. It is up to the discretion of the Patriarch.
A patriarchal blessing is an specific blessing given to an individual by a Patriarch which is recorded and is guidance for them in their life. It is regarded as personal scripture. See mormon.org for more information.
Yes. In the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the "Mormon" church) you can be denied a Patriarchal Blessing, at least temporarily. In order to receive a Patriarchal Blessing you must meet with your Bishop or Branch President and receive an interview similar to the Temple Recommend interview. If you are not worthy to receive your blessing, the Bishop will work with you to prepare to receive it at a later date.
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The noun form of the adjective 'patriarchal' is patriarchalism. The word 'patriarchal' is the adjective form of the noun patriarch.
Patriarchal blessing was created in 1833.
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Yes the Algonquin are patriarchal. It is the Iroquois who are matriarchal.