Definition of apostolic
1a : of or relating to an apostleb : of, relating to, or conforming to the teachings of the New Testament apostles
2a : of or relating to a succession of spiritual authority from the apostles held (as by Roman Catholics, Anglicans, and Eastern Orthodox) to be perpetuated by successive ordinations of bishops and to be necessary for valid sacraments and ordersb : papal
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13th Century
First Known Use of apostolic
13th century
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APOSTOLIC Defined for English Language Learners
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playDefinition of apostolic for English Language Learners
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: of or relating to the original 12 apostles
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: of or relating to the pope
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