bedesman (Meaning)

Wordnet

bedesman (n)

a person who is paid to pray for the soul of another

Webster

bedesman (n.)

A poor man, supported in a beadhouse, and required to pray for the soul of its founder; an almsman.

Same as Beadsman.

Synonyms & Antonyms of bedesman

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bedesman Sentence Examples

  1. The elderly gentleman led a humble existence as a bedesman, praying for the souls of the departed.
  2. The medieval bedesman's daily routine consisted of chanting prayers and collecting alms.
  3. The bedesmen were often supported by charitable donations, which provided them with food, clothing, and shelter.
  4. The piety and humility of the bedesmen made them objects of respect and admiration within the community.
  5. The bedesman's prayers were believed to have the power to intercede with God on behalf of those in need.
  6. As bedesmen grew old and frail, they were often cared for by their fellow members or by local monasteries.
  7. The bedesman's simple lifestyle served as a reminder of the importance of compassion and service to others.
  8. The bedesmen played a vital role in the religious life of medieval society, providing spiritual guidance and comfort to the faithful.
  9. The institution of bedesmen gradually declined with the advent of the Protestant Reformation and the rise of modern welfare systems.
  10. The legacy of the bedesmen can still be seen in the work of慈善 organizations and religious groups that continue to provide support to those in need.

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a person who is paid to pray for the soul of anotherA poor man, supported in a beadhouse, and required to pray for the soul of its founder; an almsman., Same as

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The elderly gentleman led a humble existence as a bedesman, praying for the souls of the departed.

The medieval bedesman's daily routine consisted of chanting prayers and collecting alms.

The bedesmen were often supported by charitable donations, which provided them with food, clothing, and shelter.

The piety and humility of the bedesmen made them objects of respect and admiration within the community.