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Canon (priest) - Definition and Overview |
| Related Words: Seventy, Abbess, Abbot, Acolyte, Apostle, Bishop, Cantor, Cassock, Celibate, Churchman, Clergyman, Cleric, Confessor, Curate, Cure, Deacon, Divine |
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A canon is a member of the Christian clergy who was responsible for administering a cathedral or collegiate church. It is still used as a largely honorary title in many dioceses to senior parish priests. This is usually awarded as a recognition of long and dedicated service to the Diocese. These priests are entitled to call themselves Canon and still have a role in the administration of the cathedral.
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