Ordained
/ɔːrˈdeɪnd/noun
Having received official approval or authority to perform religious rites or ceremonies.
Did you know?The term 'ordained' stems from a ritualistic process where individuals were believed to be chosen by divine forces, linking them to a sacred authority.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
ordinare
“to arrange, set in order, appoint”
Old French
Old French
ordener
“to arrange, establish, or appoint formally”
Middle English
Middle English
ordeynen
“to appoint or consecrate for a religious office”
14th Century
Middle English
ordained
“officially established in a religious role or capacity”
Modern English
English
ordained
“to have been officially appointed or consecrated for spiritual duties”