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C1 Woordenlijst - Religion

Hier leer je enkele Engelse woorden over religie, zoals "vader", "bisschop", "parochie", enz. voorbereid voor C1-leerders.

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Father
Father
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

God's title, given and used by Christians

Vader, Hemelse Vader

Vader, Hemelse Vader

Ex: The church teaches that the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit are three persons in one God. 
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Christ
Christ
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the man based on whose teachings Christianity is established

Christus, Jezus Christus

Christus, Jezus Christus

Ex: The Sermon on the Mount is one of the most famous discourses given by Christ. 
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Jesus
Jesus
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the man whose followers believe to be the son of God and whose teachings are the foundation of the Christian religion

Jezus, de Christus

Jezus, de Christus

Ex: The resurrection of Jesus is celebrated by Christians around the world on Easter Sunday. 
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Saint
Saint
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a title used before the name of a person officially recognized by a Christian Church as exceptionally holy

sint,  heilige

sint, heilige

Ex: She was reading a biography of Saint Teresa of Ávila. 
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pope
pope
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the bishop of Rome and leader of the Roman Catholic Church

paus,  bisschop van Rome

paus, bisschop van Rome

Ex: The pope met with religious leaders during his visit. 
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bishop
bishop
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a high-ranking priest who supervises all the churches and priests in a city

bisschop, prelaat

bisschop, prelaat

Ex: After years of dedicated service, he was appointed bishop and given responsibility for overseeing all the churches in the city. 
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pastor
pastor
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a priest or minister who is in charge of a church

pastoor, dominee

pastoor, dominee

Ex: The pastor organized community outreach programs to help those in need. 

De pastoor organiseerde gemeenschapsuitreikprogramma's om mensen in nood te helpen.

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brother
brother
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a man who is a member of a religious group, particularly a monk

broeder, monnik

broeder, monnik

Ex: The brothers of the order take vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience. 
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missionary
missionary
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

someone who is sent to a foreign country to teach and talk about religion, particularly to persuade others to become a member of the Christian Church

missionaris

missionaris

Ex: The missionary built schools and clinics as part of his efforts to improve the lives of those he served. 

De missionaris bouwde scholen en klinieken als onderdeel van zijn inspanningen om het leven te verbeteren van degenen die hij diende.

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monk
monk
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a man who belongs to a religious community and usually lives in a monastery

monnik,  kloosterling

monnik, kloosterling

Ex: The monks gathered in the chapel for evening prayers. 
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nun
nun
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a member of a female religious group that lives in a convent

non, zuster

non, zuster

Ex: Nuns often engage in teaching, healthcare, and charitable works as part of their ministry. 

Nonnen zijn vaak betrokken bij onderwijs, gezondheidszorg en liefdadigheidswerk als onderdeel van hun bediening.

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Catholic
Catholic
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

related to or belonging to the Western branch of the Christian Church that is led by the Pope

katholiek, gerelateerd aan de Katholieke Kerk

katholiek, gerelateerd aan de Katholieke Kerk

Ex: Catholic schools often integrate religious education into their curriculum. 
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protestant
protestant
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

relating to Protestantism, Protestants, or their churches

protestants,  protestantse

protestants, protestantse

Ex: He studied Protestant theology at the university. 
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congregation
congregation
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a group of people gathered together or regularly meeting for religious worship

gemeente,  congregatie

gemeente, congregatie

Ex: The congregation joined together in prayer. 
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parish
parish
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

an area with a church of its own that is under the care of a priest

parochie, kerkgemeente

parochie, kerkgemeente

Ex: The parish celebrated its centennial anniversary with a special Mass and community picnic. 
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convert
convert
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

someone who has changed their religion or opinion regarding a matter

bekeerling, neofiet

bekeerling, neofiet

Ex: The convert shared their journey of spiritual discovery with fellow believers in a heartfelt testimony. 
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follower
follower
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

someone who supports, admires, or believes in a particular person, group, or set of ideas

volgeling,  aanhanger

volgeling, aanhanger

Ex: She has been a loyal follower of the organization for years. 
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pilgrim
pilgrim
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a religious person who travels to a sacred place for a holy cause

pelgrim, bedevaartganger

pelgrim, bedevaartganger

Ex: She joined a group of pilgrims on a journey to Lourdes, hoping for healing and solace. 

Ze sloot zich aan bij een groep pelgrims op een reis naar Lourdes, hopend op genezing en troost.

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christening
christening
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a Christian religious ceremony during which a baby is named and admitted to the Christian Church

doop, doopceremonie

doop, doopceremonie

Ex: The priest conducted the christening, pouring water over the baby's forehead as a symbol of purification. 

De priester leidde de doop, waarbij hij water over het voorhoofd van de baby goot als een symbool van zuivering.

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blessing
blessing
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a prayer asking for God's protection and help

zegening, gebed

zegening, gebed

Ex: The couple received a special blessing from the bishop on their wedding day. 
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Buddhist
Buddhist
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

someone who follows Buddhism

boeddhist, aanhanger van het boeddhisme

boeddhist, aanhanger van het boeddhisme

Ex: Many Buddhists celebrate Vesak as a significant holiday commemorating the birth, enlightenment, and death of Buddha. 

Veel boeddhisten vieren Vesak als een belangrijke feestdag ter herdenking van de geboorte, verlichting en dood van Boeddha.

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funeral
funeral
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a ceremony held to honor a person who has died, usually before or during burial or cremation

begrafenis,  uitvaart

begrafenis, uitvaart

Ex: The family held a private funeral on Saturday morning. 
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cult
cult
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a group of people with extreme religious views who are separate from any established religion

sekte, cultus

sekte, cultus

Ex: The documentary exposed the secretive practices of the cult. 
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fate
fate
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a power believed to control events and determine what happens in people's lives

lot, noodlot

lot, noodlot

Ex: Daniel wondered whether fate had led him to that particular job. 
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Islam
Islam
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the religion of the Muslims, which was established by Muhammad whose holy book is called the Quran

Islam

Islam

Ex: The Quran is the holy book of Islam, believed to be the word of God as revealed to Muhammad. 

De Koran is het heilige boek van de Islam, beschouwd als het woord van God zoals geopenbaard aan Mohammed.

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Muhammad
Muhammad
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the Arab prophet who established the religion of Islam

Mohammed

Mohammed

Ex: The life of Muhammad is documented in the Quran and Hadith, providing guidance for Muslims. 

Het leven van Mohammed is gedocumenteerd in de Koran en de Hadith, wat leiding biedt aan moslims.

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monastery
monastery
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a building where a group of monks live and pray

klooster, abdij

klooster, abdij

Ex: Visitors to the monastery are often impressed by its beautiful architecture and tranquil gardens. 

Bezoekers van het klooster zijn vaak onder de indruk van de prachtige architectuur en de rustige tuinen.

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shrine
shrine
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a place or building for people to pray in, which is considered holy by many due to its connection with a sacred person, event, or object

heiligdom, bedevaartsoord

heiligdom, bedevaartsoord

Ex: The ancient shrine houses relics believed to have healing powers. 

Het oude heiligdom herbergt relikwieën waarvan wordt aangenomen dat ze genezende krachten hebben.

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ritual
ritual
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a religious or formal ceremony consisting of a prescribed series of actions

ritueel

ritueel

Ex: Lighting candles forms part of the ritual. 
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divine
divine
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

coming from, connected with, or relating to God or a god

goddelijk,  goddelijk

goddelijk, goddelijk

Ex: The ancient text presents the king as ruling by divine authority. 
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sacred
sacred
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

connected with God or a god, and considered holy or deeply respected in religious contexts

heilig, gewijde

heilig, gewijde

Ex: The Quran is a sacred text in Islam, believed to be the word of God. 

De Koran is een heilige tekst in de islam, die wordt beschouwd als het woord van God.

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secular
secular
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

not concerned or connected with religion

seculier, werelds

seculier, werelds

Ex: She identifies as secular, preferring to approach life without relying on religious beliefs. 

Zij identificeert zich als seculier, en geeft er de voorkeur aan het leven te benaderen zonder te vertrouwen op religieuze overtuigingen.

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to preach
to preach
[werkwoord]

to give a religious speech, particularly in a church

preken, een preek houden

preken, een preek houden

Ex: The priest will preach on Sunday about forgiveness and compassion. 
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to sacrifice
to sacrifice
[werkwoord]

to kill a person or animal and offer them to a deity as part of a religious ritual

offeren,  opofferen

offeren, opofferen

Ex: Priests sacrificed cattle at the temple. 
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to sin
to sin
[werkwoord]

to violate a religious or moral law

zondigen, een zonde begaan

zondigen, een zonde begaan

Ex: She believed she had sinned by deliberately deceiving her family. 
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to worship
to worship
[werkwoord]

to show religious devotion and reverence to God, a god, or something considered sacred

aanbidden,  vereren

aanbidden, vereren

Ex: The community worships a deity associated with the sea. 
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archbishop
archbishop
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a bishop of the highest rank who oversees other bishops and churches in a large area

aartsbisschop,  primaat

aartsbisschop, primaat

Ex: Several bishops met with the archbishop to discuss church affairs. 
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God-fearing
God-fearing
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

very faithful to God and devoted to religion

godvrezend, vroom

godvrezend, vroom

Ex: They sought a God-fearing leader who could guide them through times of adversity. 

Ze zochten een godvrezende leider die hen door tijden van tegenspoed kon leiden.

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godless
godless
[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

lacking faith in or respect for God

goddeloos, ongelovig

goddeloos, ongelovig

Ex: The preacher warned his congregation about the dangers of living in a godless world. 
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to fear
to fear
[werkwoord]

to show deep respect and admiration for God

vrezen, vereren

vrezen, vereren

Ex: She believed that fearing God brought wisdom and strength. 
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