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PRONUNCIATION OF CATECHESIS

catechesis  [ˌkætɪˈkiːsɪs] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF CATECHESIS

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Catechesis is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES CATECHESIS MEAN IN ENGLISH?

catechesis

Catechesis

Catechesis is basic Christian religious education of children and adult converts to Christianity. As defined in the Catechism of the Catholic Church, paragraph 5: Catechesis is an education in the faith of children, young people and adults which includes especially the teaching of Christian doctrine imparted, generally speaking, in an organic and systematic way, with a view to initiating the hearers into the fullness of Christian life. In Roman Catholicism, catechists are typically lay ministers trained in the art of catechesis. It might also be a pastor or priest, religious teacher, or other individuals in church roles. The primary catechists for children are their parents or communities.

Definition of catechesis in the English dictionary

The definition of catechesis in the dictionary is oral religious instruction which is given to catechumens.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH CATECHESIS


amniocentesis
ˌæmnɪəʊsɛnˈtiːsɪs
anamnesis
ˌænæmˈniːsɪs
anthesis
ænˈθiːsɪs
arthrodesis
ˌɑːθrəʊˈdiːsɪs
askesis
əˈskiːsɪs
cytokinesis
ˌsaɪtəʊkɪˈniːsɪs
electrophoresis
ɪˌlɛktrəʊfəˈriːsɪs
enuresis
ˌɛnjʊˈriːsɪs
erythropoiesis
ɪˌrɪθrəʊpɔɪˈiːsɪs
exegesis
ˌɛksɪˈdʒiːsɪs
hematopoiesis
ˌhemətəʊpɔɪˈiːsɪs
hysteresis
ˌhɪstəˈriːsɪs
iontophoresis
aɪˌɒntəʊfəˈriːsɪs
kinesis
kɪˈniːsɪs
mimesis
mɪˈmiːsɪs
orchesis
ɔːˈkiːsɪs
psychokinesis
ˌsaɪkəʊkɪˈniːsɪs
pyrokinesis
ˌpaɪrəʊkɪˈniːsɪs
telekinesis
ˌtɛlɪkɪˈniːsɪs
thesis
ˈθiːsɪs

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE CATECHESIS

cate
catechetic
catechetical
catechetically
catechin
catechisation
catechise
catechiser
catechism
catechismal
catechist
catechistic
catechistical
catechistically
catechization
catechize
catechizer
catechol
catecholamine
catechu

WORDS THAT END LIKE CATECHESIS

alternative hypothesis
antithesis
biosynthesis
diathesis
doctoral thesis
genesis
hypothesis
in parenthesis
Lachesis
mathesis
metathesis
nucleosynthesis
null hypothesis
parenthesis
PhD thesis
photosynthesis
prosthesis
prothesis
resynthesis
synthesis
working hypothesis

Synonyms and antonyms of catechesis in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «catechesis» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF CATECHESIS

Find out the translation of catechesis to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of catechesis from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «catechesis» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

散碎
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

catequesis
570 millions of speakers

English

catechesis
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

catechesis
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

التعليم المسيحي
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

катехизация
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

catequese
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

catechesis
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

la catéchèse
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Catechesis
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Katechese
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

教理教授
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

교리 교육
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Catechesis
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

giáo lý
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

catechesis
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

केटेचिस
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

catechesis
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

catechesi
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

katecheza
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

катехизація
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

cateheză
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

κατήχηση
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

kategese
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

catechesis
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

katekese
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of catechesis

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «CATECHESIS»

The term «catechesis» is regularly used and occupies the 105.933 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «CATECHESIS» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about catechesis

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «CATECHESIS»

Discover the use of catechesis in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to catechesis and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
National Directory for Catechesis
As they respond to that call, leaders in catechesis and education find their inspiration for catechesis in the National Directory for Catechesis.
Catholic Church. United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, 2005
2
Catechism of the Catholic Church and the Craft of Catechesis
The Catechism of the Catholic Churchshows catechists and others what to teach. This book examines the important issue of how to teachit (pedagogy). A must for every teacher who wants to be more effective inhanding on the faith to others.
Pierrer De Cointet, Barbara Morgan, Petroc Willey, 2008
3
Catechesis Revisited: Handing on Faith Today
In it he takes on the important subject of catechesis and emphasizes that this is not a modern invention of the Church, but that proclaiming the Good News was a mandate from Jesus himself.
Liam Kelly, 2000
4
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd: Essential Realities
"Adventure," Celebration," "the way of Love" "Mysterious Growth," "Growth in Joy,"-these words, taken from some of the titles of the essays in this volume, convey the deep appreciation and commitment of those involved in the work of the ...
Tina Lillig, 2004
5
Kaleidoscope Catechesis: Missionary Catechesis in Africa, ...
This book will appeal to a wide variety of people: seminarians in Africa, priests, pastoral workers, students of rhetoric and cross-cultural communication.
Anthony Y. Naaeke, 2006
6
Catechesis for Infant Baptism
Catechesis for Infant Baptism will help parishes design a catechetical process for the formation of a ministry team to share our common treasure of faith with parents preparing for their infant's baptism.
Ellen M. Collins, 1996
7
Catechesis and Mystagogy: Infant Baptism
These essays discuss pre-education, training for catechists, timing of the rites, and the homily.
Victoria M. Tufano, Paul Covino, 1996
8
Liturgical Inculturation: Sacramentals, Religiosity, and ...
With this volume the reader is introduced to the different technical terms expressing the relationship between liturgy and culture (indigenization, incarnation, contextualization, adaptation, acculturation ... ).
Anscar J. Chupungco, 1992
9
Adult Catechesis in the Christian Community: Some Principles ...
A primary resource for all involved in adult catechesis.
‎1992
10
The Art of Catechesis: What You Need to Be, Know and Do
Practical, concrete suggestions are included throughout, yet this is primarily a book about discovering or rediscovering the catechetical process.
Maureen Gallagher, 1998

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «CATECHESIS»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term catechesis is used in the context of the following news items.
1
Pope Francis in Guayaquil
... in its grounds, lodging facilities for priests, an old age home and areas dedicated to recreation, catechesis and evangelisation. And of course ... «Vatican Radio, Jul 15»
2
Theology On Tap Returns To South Suburbs July 12
This successful evangelization and catechesis program continues to provide the opportunity for young adults in their 20s and 30s, both married ... «Patch.com, Jul 15»
3
Legaspi: Laudato Si, 3
The practice of self-control and willingness to learn from one another is needed in our catechesis of ecology and ecological education. «Sun.Star, Jul 15»
4
Cuanza Norte - Pope Francis Writes to Ndalatando Diocese
In the message the Pope encourages all members of the Church in Cuanza Norte to devote more and more to a systematic catechesis at all ... «AllAfrica.com, Jul 15»
5
St. Patrick's offers mission event July 8-9
Carrick Ministries' purpose is evangelization and catechesis of the Catholic faith. A freewill offering will be taken. For more information, call the ... «North Platte Telegraph, Jul 15»
6
Twelve Things to Remember if the SCOTUS Decision Upsets You
This includes increased and better catechesis for our families and society and it means a new commitment to our marriages and families. 4. «Patheos, Jul 15»
7
Evangelizing, fundraising events light up Eucharistic Congress
24 next year features catechesis and testimony sessions for delegates in the morning, followed in the afternoon by concurrent sessions, during ... «Inquirer.net, Jul 15»
8
Want Religious Freedom? Ditch the Assembly Line and Start …
... my other what if we did what the Church says we should do posts about catechesis (a smattering linked below). The three main reactions are:. «Bayoubuzz, Jul 15»
9
How religious is ISIS?
The failure of catechesis evident in the result of the Irish referendum is a symptom of a wider failure in the Western education system. Religious ... «Catholic Herald Online, Jul 15»
10
Sycamore Film 6: 'Can we trust the Bible and the Christian Tradition?'
Sycamore is a new programme of evangelisation and catechesis for use in parishes, chaplaincies, schools and other settings. It consists of ten ... «Independent Catholic News, Jul 15»

REFERENCE
« EDUCALINGO. Catechesis [online]. Available <https://educalingo.com/en/dic-en/catechesis>. Apr 2024 ».
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