apostolical

• 指与使徒或其教义相关的形容词，是“使徒的”的较少用变体。

An archaic adjective relating to the Apostles or their teachings; a less common variant of 'apostolic'.

1. C2formal

   Of or relating to the Apostles of Jesus Christ or their teachings and practices.

   使徒的

   • The apostolical tradition is central to many Christian denominations.
   • He studied the apostolical writings in depth.
   • The church claims an apostolical foundation.

   同义词apostolic

2. Papal AuthorityC2formal

   Proceeding from or ordered by the Pope, regarded as the successor of the Apostles.

   教皇的

   • The apostolical blessing was given by the Pope.
   • The document carries apostolical authority.
   • Apostolical decrees are binding in the Catholic Church.

   同义词apostolicpapalpontifical