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A person who gives a sermon in a church service or at a religious gathering and proclaims religious teachings.
Der Prediger sprach in der voll besetzten Kirche über das Thema Vergebung.
The preacher spoke about the topic of forgiveness in the packed church.
advocate / preacher
(Figurative) A person who promotes a particular idea, ideology, or way of life with great zeal and often in an admonishing way.
Er gilt als einer der eifrigsten Prediger für eine nachhaltige Lebensweise.
He is considered one of the most zealous advocates of a sustainable way of life.
'Der Prediger' (the preacher) belongs to the word family around the verb 'predigen' (to preach / to give a religious speech). A preacher is therefore a person who preaches. The speech itself is called 'die Predigt' (the sermon).
Jeden Sonntag predigt der Pfarrer in der Kirche.
Every Sunday, the pastor preaches in the church.
In a figurative sense, 'Prediger' (preacher) is often used in a slightly ironic or critical way for someone who wants to convince others of a non-religious idea. It implies that the person is very zealous and sometimes a bit preachy.
Mit seinen ständigen Vorträgen über gesunde Ernährung ist er ein echter Gesundheitsprediger geworden.
With his constant lectures about healthy eating, he has become a real health preacher.
In the figurative meaning, 'Prediger' (preacher) is often combined with 'für' (for) and a topic, or used as part of a compound noun. Common examples include 'ein Prediger für den Umweltschutz' (an advocate/preacher for environmental protection) or words like 'Moralprediger' (moralizer).
Er reist als Prediger für die Rechte von Tieren durch das ganze Land.
He travels throughout the country as an advocate for the rights of animals.
pastor
Both der Pfarrer and der Prediger can speak during a church service and perform religious duties. However, Pfarrer refers to the ecclesiastical office and responsibility for a congregation, while Prediger emphasizes only the function of preaching. Pfarrer is appropriate for the leader of a congregation, while Prediger is more appropriate for someone performing this specific task.
Der Prediger hält heute die Predigt, ohne für die Gemeindemitglieder zuständig zu sein.
The preacher is giving the sermon today without being responsible for the members of the congregation.
Der Pfarrer unserer Gemeinde hält heute die Predigt und kümmert sich auch um die Gemeindemitglieder.
The pastor of our congregation is giving the sermon today and also looks after the members of the congregation.
