spiritual authority

language: fr

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.
    fr: Autorité spirituelle
  2. The influence, weight, or respect commanded by an individual due to their perceived holiness, wisdom, or deep connection to the divine or transcendental.
    fr: Influence spirituelle

examples

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

    Le Pape exerce une autorité spirituelle significative sur l'Église catholique.

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

    Son influence spirituelle était reconnue par tous ceux qui cherchaient ses conseils.