spiritual authority

language: ja

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.
    ja: 霊的な権威
  2. The influence, weight, or respect commanded by an individual due to their perceived holiness, wisdom, or deep connection to the divine or transcendental.
    ja: 精神的な威厳

examples

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

    教皇はカトリック教会に対して重大な霊的な権威を行使しています。

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

    彼女の導きを求めるすべての人によって、彼女の精神的な威厳は認められていた。