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An '''archbishop''' is a [[bishop]] whose religious jurisdiction extends over a larger geographical area than that of most bishops.  For example, the [[Catholic]] bishop of [[San Francisco]] is called an "archbishop" due to the size and significance of his jurisdiction.

An '''archbishop''' or '''metropolitan''' bishop is a [[bishop]] whose religious jurisdiction extends over a geographical area that is larger or contains a larger population<ref>http://www.ewtn.com/vexperts/showmessage.asp?number=576555</ref><ref>http://catholicstraightanswers.com/what-is-the-difference-between-a-diocese-and-an-archdiocese-what-about-a-bishop-and-an-archbishop</ref> than that of most bishops.  For example, the [[Catholic]] bishop of [[San Francisco]] is called an "archbishop" due to the size and significance of his jurisdiction.

Some archbishops have jurisdiction over entire nations. This includes Jean-Claude Hollerich who is in command of the Archdiocese of Luxembourg. <ref>http://www.gcatholic.org/dioceses/diocese/luxe0.htm</ref> The region he administers is referred to as an [[archdiocese]] or province.

Some archbishops have jurisdiction over entire nations. This includes Jean-Claude Hollerich who is in command of the Archdiocese of Luxembourg. <ref>http://www.gcatholic.org/dioceses/diocese/luxe0.htm</ref>

 

The region that an archbishop administers is referred to as an [[archdiocese]].<ref>One or more [[diocese]]s may be grouped together with an archdiocese into an [[ecclesiastical province]].</ref>

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