beadsman

• Historischer Begriff für eine Person, die für Geld Gebete für die Seele eines anderen verrichtete, oft in Verbindung mit Armenhäusern oder religiösen Einrichtungen.

A historical term for a person who was paid to pray for the soul of another, often associated with almshouses or religious foundations.

1. Paid prayer personC2formalbritish

   A person who is paid or supported to pray for the soul of another, especially in a religious or historical context.

   Bezahlter Beter

   • In medieval times, a beadsman would pray daily for the benefactor's soul.
   • The wealthy lord employed a beadsman to ensure his salvation.
   • The monastery housed several beadsmen who recited prayers for the dead.