A title of respect for a Christian minister or clergy member; meaning worthy of reverence or deep respect.
From Latin 'reverendus' meaning 'to be revered,' from 'revereri' to fear and respect. Used as a title in the Church since the 1400s.
A Reverend is literally 'one who must be revered'—the word itself is a command to respect! The title shows how titles are frozen adjectives—we say 'Reverend Smith' like he IS respect itself, not just deserving it.
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