Presbyterian
(adjective)
- Of or relating to the Presbyterian Church.
- Of or relating to a form of church government by presbyters, or elected elders.
Origin:
Late 16th century: from late latin presbyterius (from greek presbyteros "elder") + -an.
Examples:
- The presbyterian denomination was one of the largest in Scotland.
- The presbyterian system of church government was based on the concept of shared leadership.
- The presbyterian churches in the United States were part of the Reformed tradition.
- The presbyterian faith emphasized the importance of education and intellectual rigor.
- The presbyterian theologian John Calvin was a major influence on the development of the Presbyterian Church.