episcopalianism

• Doctrine théologique et système de gouvernement ecclésiastique où l'autorité appartient aux évêques, souvent associé à certaines confessions chrétiennes.

A theological doctrine and system of church governance in which authority is vested in bishops, often associated with certain Christian denominations.

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1. Theological doctrine of church governanceC2formal

   A system of church government in which authority is vested in bishops, as opposed to congregational or presbyterian forms.

   Épiscopalisme

   • Episcopalianism emphasizes the role of bishops in maintaining apostolic succession.
   • The debate between episcopalianism and congregationalism shaped early church history.
   • Many Anglican churches practice a form of episcopalianism.

   Synonymesepiscopacyprelacy

   Antonymescongregationalismpresbyterianism