Broad Church

n 1. (Anglicanism) a party within the Church of England which favours a broad and liberal interpretation of Anglican formularies and rubrics and objects to positive definition in theology. Compare High Church, Low Church 2. (Anglicanism) (usually not capitals) a group or movement which embraces a wide and varied number of views, approaches, and opinions adj (Anglicanism) of or relating to this party in the Church of England

Broad′ Church′

adj. pertaining or belonging to a party in the Anglican Church emphasizing a liberal interpretation of ritual.

broad church

1. A label referring to a group of 17th-century English theologians who adhered to some practices of the Church of England but disregarded other elements of the Church, such as doctrine and liturgical practice. Primarily heard in UK. The broad church movement in 17th-century England may have helped shape the more liberal views and practices of modern-day Christianity.2. A group or organization composed of various types of people with differing views, opinions, or philosophies. Primarily heard in UK. The Independent Party is a broad church as its members hold wildly differing opinions on how to best solve the problems facing society today.See also: broad, church

a broad church

BRITISHYou call an organization, group, or area of activity a broad church when it includes a wide range of opinions, beliefs, or styles. The movement is presently a very broad church, comprising, amongst others, trade unions, the church and the business community. Rock music in France is a very broad church indeed.See also: broad, church

a broad ˈchurch

(British English) an organization that accepts a wide range of opinionsSee also: broad, church

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释义	Broad Church Broad Church n 1. (Anglicanism) a party within the Church of England which favours a broad and liberal interpretation of Anglican formularies and rubrics and objects to positive definition in theology. Compare High Church, Low Church 2. (Anglicanism) (usually not capitals) a group or movement which embraces a wide and varied number of views, approaches, and opinions adj (Anglicanism) of or relating to this party in the Church of England Broad′ Church′ adj. pertaining or belonging to a party in the Anglican Church emphasizing a liberal interpretation of ritual. broad church broad church 1. A label referring to a group of 17th-century English theologians who adhered to some practices of the Church of England but disregarded other elements of the Church, such as doctrine and liturgical practice. Primarily heard in UK. The broad church movement in 17th-century England may have helped shape the more liberal views and practices of modern-day Christianity.2. A group or organization composed of various types of people with differing views, opinions, or philosophies. Primarily heard in UK. The Independent Party is a broad church as its members hold wildly differing opinions on how to best solve the problems facing society today.See also: broad, church a broad church BRITISHYou call an organization, group, or area of activity a broad church when it includes a wide range of opinions, beliefs, or styles. The movement is presently a very broad church, comprising, amongst others, trade unions, the church and the business community. Rock music in France is a very broad church indeed.See also: broad, church a broad ˈchurch (British English) an organization that accepts a wide range of opinionsSee also: broad, church Broad Church Broad Church: see England, Church ofEngland, Church of, the established church of England and the mother church of the Anglican Communion. Organization and Doctrine The clergy of the church are of three ancient orders: deacons, priests, and bishops. ..... Click the link for more information. . ThesaurusSeeChurch of England
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