[ANSTHRLD] Is <clericus> a Registerable Byname

Lisa Theriot lisatheriot at ravenboymusic.com
Fri Feb 7 15:51:55 PST 2014


I have the OED.  I don't see any period usage (s.v. cleric, clerk) that does
not imply ordination.  Saint Jerome particular says the term clericus is
applied to those who are "of God".  Dean has a number of uses, but all imply
being in charge of 10 people (or thereabouts).

 

 

Adelaide




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