Encyclopedic Dictionary of Bible and Theology

Masterbuilder from arche, “rule, beginning,” and tekton, “an artificer” (whence Eng., “architect”), “a principal artificer,” is used figuratively by the Apostle in 1Co 3:10, of his work in laying the foundation of the local church in Corinth, inasmuch as the inception of the spiritual work there devolved upon him. The examples from the papyri and … Continue reading “Masterbuilder”

Master Workman General references Pro 8:30; 1Co 3:10 Instances of: – Tubal-Cain Gen 4:22 – Bezaleel Exo 31:2-11; Exo 35:30-35 – Hiram 1Ki 7:13-50; 2Ch 2:13-14; 2Ch 4:11-18 Art Fuente: Nave’s Topical Bible

Master, The This was one of the titles by which the disciples addressed Christ. It means teacher or doctor (John 1:38). In John 13, Jesus claims to be the teacher of whom the disciples are the servants: He is the Master and the Lord. Mary uses the words “the Master” in speaking of Our Lord, … Continue reading “Master, The”

Master of the Sentences Archbishop of Armagh, born Waterford, Ireland, c.1555; died Rome, Italy, 1625. He studied at Louvain and was made archbishop, 1601; as he was unable to go to his see, the diocese was administered by David Rothe. Lombard wrote a treatise on Ireland and for a time presided over the “Congregatio de … Continue reading “Master of the Sentences”

Master of the Sacred Palace The pope’s theologian. This office began with Saint Dominic ‘s appointment, 1218. The functions tenqed to develop the Palace school, which became the Roman University in 1513. The right to condemn, and give permission to print books were once exclusive prerogatives of this office. The post is now mostly one … Continue reading “Master of the Sacred Palace”

master of novices The religious to whom is committed the training of the novices and the government of the novitiate of religious order or congregation. His duty is to see that the time devoted to the period of the noviceship be passed in prayer, meditation and the development of character through a study of the … Continue reading “master of novices”

Master of Liesborn, The A Westphalian painter, who in 1465 executed an altar-piece of note in the Benedictine monastery of Liesborn, founded by Charlemagne. His name is not mentioned by the historian of the monastery, who, however, declares that the Greeks would have looked on him as an artist of the first rank. Even in … Continue reading “Master of Liesborn, The”

master of ceremonies A male person who supervises and directs the formal proceedings of any rite or observance, whether religious or profane; especially one who guides the actions of the celebrant and the assistants in the exact performance of the ritual according to the directive and proceptive rubrics of the Sacred Liturgy. Fuente: New Catholic … Continue reading “master of ceremonies”

Master of Arts Academic degree higher than that of Bachelor, conferred in medieval universities at a ceremony known as the “Inceptio,” or beginning of actual teaching, whence originated the modern term “commencement.” At the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge, in England, the degree is purely honorary, obtainable by residence at the university for one year … Continue reading “Master of Arts”

master, novice The religious to whom is committed the training of the novices and the government of the novitiate of religious order or congregation. His duty is to see that the time devoted to the period of the noviceship be passed in prayer, meditation and the development of character through a study of the Life … Continue reading “master, novice”