sobor
/ˈsoʊbɔːr/
council, cathedral
📚 Meanings
- 1.
An assembly or council of bishops and often other clergy and lay delegates, convened to discuss and make decisions on church matters in the Eastern Orthodox Church.
"The Grand Sobor made a decision."
- 2.
A term for a large, principal church, often a cathedral, in the Russian Orthodox or broader Eastern Orthodox tradition.
"He visited the majestic Sobor."
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The Grand Sobor of the Russian Orthodox Church made a significant decision on church administration.
The Grand Sobor of the Russian Orthodox Church made a significant decision on church administration.
Many tourists visit the majestic Sobor in the city center, admiring its architecture.
Many tourists visit the majestic Sobor in the city center, admiring its architecture.
Historically, sobors played a crucial role in shaping the doctrines and practices of the Orthodox faith.
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How do you pronounce sobor?
sobor is pronounced [/ˈsoʊbɔːr/]. You can hear a native pronunciation on Smoveth.
What does sobor mean?
sobor means "council, cathedral". See the meanings and examples higher up on the page for the full picture.
How difficult is sobor?
sobor is a Advanced-level word.
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Example: "The Grand Sobor of the Russian Orthodox Church made a significant decision on church administration." — used to mean "council, cathedral".
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