spiritual authority

language: en

definitions

  1. The power, right, or legitimacy to lead, command, or influence others based on religious doctrines, divine mandate, or institutional standing within a faith.
    en: The power, right, or legitimacy to lead, command, or influence others based on religious doctrines, divine mandate, or institutional standing within a faith.
  2. The influence, weight, or respect commanded by an individual due to their perceived holiness, wisdom, or deep connection to the divine or transcendental.
    en: The influence, weight, or respect commanded by an individual due to their perceived holiness, wisdom, or deep connection to the divine or transcendental.

examples

  1. The Pope exercises significant spiritual authority over the Catholic Church.

    The Pope exercises significant spiritual authority over the Catholic Church.

  2. Her spiritual authority was recognized by all who sought her guidance.

    Her spiritual authority was recognized by all who sought her guidance.