Cathedrals Flashcards
Who presides over a cathedral in the Anglican and Roman Catholic Churches?
Bishops
What is the significance of a ‘bishop’s seat’ in a cathedral?
It identifies each cathedral and is where the bishop conducts services
What opportunity did the construction of cathedrals provide to craftsmen?
To use their skills in the worship of God
What are the areas called that the Anglican and Roman Catholic Churches divide the country into?
Dioceses
Who leads each diocese in the Anglican and Roman Catholic Churches?
A bishop
What was the status of bishops when the great cathedrals were built?
Wealthy landowners
What is the bishop’s seat in a cathedral?
A large chair, often beautifully carved in wood, where the bishop sits during services
What is the nave in a cathedral?
The long passage-way down the center of the cathedral
What was the original use of the nave in previous ages?
It was used by traders to sell their goods
What was erected to separate business from worship in cathedrals?
A rood screen
What does the term ‘rood’ refer to in the context of a rood screen?
A cross
What is the main symbol of the Christian religion?
The cross
How have modern cathedrals, such as those in Liverpool and Bristol, been designed?
Round or semi-circular rather than cross-like in shape
What is the purpose of designing modern cathedrals with a round shape?
To allow people to feel closely involved in worship
How frequently do services typically occur in a cathedral?
Many services each Sunday and usually other services during the week
