Definition

The role or responsibility of being an apostle, which is a messenger or representative, especially in a religious context.

Example

He felt a strong calling to the apostleship and dedicated his life to spreading the teachings.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about what it means to take on an apostleship?

Not really, but it sounds like a big responsibility.

Yeah, it involves a lot of commitment and leadership.

I can see why that would be challenging but also rewarding.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Apostleship → It is formed from "apostle" (from Greek "apostolos", meaning one who is sent) and "-ship" (meaning the state or condition of). The word "apostleship" refers to the state or condition of being an apostle, or one who is sent to spread a message.

Memory Tip

Think of an 'apostle' as someone who is 'sent' to share a message, and '-ship' indicates a state or condition, so 'apostleship' means the condition of being sent to spread a message.

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