Lector

usgb/ˈlektɔːr/
noun

A person who reads out texts, particularly in a religious service.

The priest asked the lector to read out the passages from the Bible.
Visual representation of "lector" - A person who reads out texts, particularly in a religious service

Often appears as...

  • church lector
  • lector in the service

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Formal

Religious

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Religious Service

Lectors in religious contexts read sacred texts during services.

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During mass, the lector read from the Old Testament.
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Respectful Tone

Lectors in churches usually have a reverent and formal way of reading.

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The lector approached the podium with great reverence.
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Not Clergy

A lector is not necessarily a clergy member but serves a special role.

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She felt honored to be chosen as a lector for the Easter service.
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