An ecclesiastical dignitary is a member of a cathedral chapter, or collegiate church. These offices can include the provost, the dean, the custos and the scholasticus.[1]

References

  1. ↑ Herbermann, Charles, ed. (1913). "Ecclesiastical Dignitary" . Catholic Encyclopedia. New York: Robert Appleton Company.


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