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It means a male leader in a family or clan.

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Father Figure Biblical Abraham,

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The primary father figure

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What does patriachal society mean?

Patriach means father.i think it is a society in which men rule over women maybe


What is a patriach?

The patriarchs are Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.


What is a Jewish patriach?

The patriarchs are Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.


What is the patriach of three religions?

That might refer to Abraham.


How do you use patriarch in a sentence?

The patriach's were versing the matriahc's in babysitting.


Is ethiopian orthodox follow the Coptic orthodox?

The Coptic Orthodox Church granted the Ethopian Church it's own Patriach. Like the greek did to the Serbian,Russian etc However they are in communion with each other and are both part of the Eastern "Oriental' Orthodox church.


Who was the patriach of Judaism?

The patriarchs of Judaism ... those who, according to the narratives of their lives in the Torah, are considered to have lived their lives according to the Jewish culture even before it was codified, taught it to their children, and exemplified it to their neighbors ... are Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. In Hebrew, they are referred to simply as "The Fathers".


What is the terminology for the male founders or leaders of the Jewish faith?

The word is 'patriach', but it is not found in the Bible as such, but rather as 'our father' or whatever depending on the context.It is used referring to family heads [NB The spiritualheads of families or brothers -not necessarily the eldest eg Reuben lost his birthright, and it went to Joseph].


What religion is Abraham considered patriach?

Abraham is called a patriarch because he was one of the three forefathers of the Israelite Nation.The definition of patriarch is: "One of the scriptural fathers of the human race or of the Hebrew people"


What is the list of leadership from Pope the Preist?

Here are the most commonly known titles of Holy Orders. There are of course many others both ordained and for lay people of both genders. Deacons - ordained, usually men preparing for priesthood. Sometimes though this title can be given to married men people also (aka permanent deacons). They are able to perform some of the rites and rituals of the catholic church, but are unable to hear confession, give absolution, annoint the sick or say mass. Priest - usually connected to a parish or church and looks after that parish. They can administer sacraments of eucharist, baptism, marriage, annointing the sick and reconcillation, but not confirmation (usually) or Holy Orders. They are answerable to their diocesan bishop. Monsignor - a priest who holds special honours, bestowed upon them by the Pope through the advice of the diocesan bishop Bishop - looks after a diocese (region). Other bishops may be appointed to help with the role of administering the diocese. Cardinal - higher than a bishop in the hierarchy of the church and are appointed by the Pope, usually from the college of bishops. These clergymen make up the college of cardinals who advise the Pope and in the event of the death of a pope, elect a new one. Patriach - The Pope is considered a patriach. A patriach is an appointed leader for the bishops of several diocese. Pope - successor of St Peter and is the Supreme Pontiff of the Universal Church


Who was Saint Rachel?

Saint Rachel is a traditional figure in Eastern Orthodox Christian tradition, often depicted as the mother of the biblical patriarch Joseph. She is venerated as a saint for her piety and faithfulness. However, in Western Christian tradition, particularly Catholicism, Saint Rachel is not commonly recognized as a saint in the same way.