prelatic
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That stirred flutters of prelatic concern—was a reshuffle in store?
From Time Magazine Archive
There is evidence that, chiefly through the Divine blessing upon Renwick's faithful preaching, and his singular wisdom in council, those Societies increased, instead of diminishing, in the latter part of the prelatic persecution.
From The Life of James Renwick A Historical Sketch Of His Life, Labours And Martyrdom And A Vindication Of His Character And Testimony by Thomas Houston
When, in 1617, the King attempted to arrogate to himself and his prelatic council the power of enacting ecclesiastical laws, he was immediately met by a protestation against a measure so despotic.
From The Works of Mr. George Gillespie (Vol. 1 of 2) by George Gillespie
Emerson says he was a notorious thief and procured his prelatic honors by fraud.
From The Bay State Monthly, Volume 3, No. 2 by Various
Here might occasionally be seen Bennet Langton, George Stevens, Dr. Percy, celebrated for his ancient ballads, and sometimes Warburton in prelatic state.
From Oliver Goldsmith A Biography by Washington Irving
