St. Thomas a Becket

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Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • Saint Thomas a Becket: A historical figure who served as Archbishop of Canterbury from 1162 to 1170. He is known for his conflict with King Henry II over the rights and privileges of the Church, which led to his murder. He was later canonized as a saint and martyr.
Usage Examples
  • Proper noun:
    • The conflict between St. Thomas a Becket and King Henry II is a pivotal event in English history.
    • Pilgrims traveled to Canterbury Cathedral, the site of St. Thomas a Becket's martyrdom.
Advanced Usage
  • Historical and Ecclesiastical Context: The name is used to refer to the saint, the historical archbishop, and the symbol of ecclesiastical resistance to secular authority.
    • The principle of church autonomy is often discussed with reference to the stand taken by St. Thomas a Becket.
Variants and Related Words
  • Thomas Becket: A common variant of the name, often used without the honorific "Saint" or the particle "a".
  • Becket: A shortened, informal reference sometimes used in historical discussion.
  • Saint Thomas of Canterbury: Another formal title referencing his see.
Synonyms
  • Thomas Becket
  • Saint Thomas of Canterbury
  • The Martyr of Canterbury
Related Phrases and Idioms
  • "A Becket-like stand": Used to describe a principled, defiant opposition to authority, especially in defense of an institution's rights.
    • The journalist made a Becket-like stand against the government's censorship attempts.
Noun
  1. (Roman Catholic Church) archbishop of Canterbury from 1162 to 1170; murdered following his opposition to Henry II's attempts to control the clergy (1118-1170)

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