Superior General (Noun)
Meaning
The head of a religious order or congregation.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The Superior General of the Jesuits was a powerful figure in the Catholic Church during the 16th century.
- The congregation was led by a wise and compassionate Superior General who made decisions for the betterment of the community.
- The election of a new Superior General was a significant event in the history of the Franciscan order.
- As the Superior General, Mother Teresa was revered for her selfless service to the poor and the marginalized.
- The Superior General of the Benedictine order played a crucial role in shaping the spiritual lives of the monks under his care.