What does ex cathedra mean?
Definitions for ex cathedra
ˈɛks kəˈθi drə, ˈkæθ ɪ drəex cathe·dra
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Princeton's WordNet
ex cathedraadverb
with the full authority of the office
"the pope must speak ex cathedra for an encyclical to be infallible"
Wiktionary
ex cathedraadverb
With authority based on one's rank or office.
ex cathedraadjective
With authority based on one's rank or office.
Etymology: "from the (teacher's) chair."
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ex cathedra
Ex cathedra is a Latin phrase, which means "from the chair". In a religious context, it refers to a statement or teaching made by the Pope that is considered infallible and is declared officially from his position of authority. This usually applies when the Pope speaks on matters of faith and morals.
Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of ex cathedra in Chaldean Numerology is: 8
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of ex cathedra in Pythagorean Numerology is: 8
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