No. 13,529 in Russian
настоятелем
"Настоятелем" means "abbot" or "head priest" in English.
In a sentence
Настоятелем монастыря был мудрый и доброжелательный человек.
The abbot of the monastery was a wise and kind person.
Here, "настоятелем" refers to the role or position of an abbot in the context of managing and overseeing a monastery.
Он гордился тем, что смог стать настоятелем этой большой церкви.
He was proud to have become the rector of this large church.
In this usage, "настоятелем" describes the title or function of being the rector of a church, highlighting the achievement.
Быть настоятелем требует большой ответственности и преданности делу.
Being an abbot requires great responsibility and dedication to the cause.
Here, "настоятелем" signifies the demanding obligations and qualities associated with holding the position of abbot.
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