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| + | An '''abbess''' (feminine form of ''abbot'') is the superior of a female [[monastic]] community. She is appointed by a [[bishop]] and under his supervision exercises general authority over her community. |
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| − | The head of a convent of nuns; also called an [[abbey]]. |
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| + | *[[Abbot]] |
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Latest revision as of 19:21, 9 January 2010
An abbess (feminine form of abbot) is the superior of a female monastic community. She is appointed by a bishop and under his supervision exercises general authority over her community.
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