Diakon

deacon

noun dee-ah-KOHN Rare

Origin: from Greek via Latin diaconus

Usage Note

Diakon denotes an ordained minister below the rank of priest in Catholic, Lutheran, and Orthodox traditions. In Germany, Diakone play an important role in social and pastoral work, especially in the Diakonie (Protestant welfare organisations).

Examples

"Der Diakon besuchte die Kranken im Gemeindebezirk."

Natural Translation

The deacon visited the sick in the parish district.

Literal Translation

The deacon visited the sick in the parish-district.

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