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| − | A '''deacon''' is a a member of the [[cleric]]al order next below that of a [[priest]] in hierarchical churches. | + | A '''deacon''' is a a member of the [[cleric]]al order next below that of a [[priest]] in hierarchical churches. It is a common designation in [[Christianity]] tracing its roots back to the [[Bible]] where the position of deacon was established. |
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Revision as of 06:18, January 14, 2008
A deacon is a a member of the clerical order next below that of a priest in hierarchical churches. It is a common designation in Christianity tracing its roots back to the Bible where the position of deacon was established.