noun
- plural of homilist; people who write or deliver homilies (sermons or moral discourses)
Usage: formal; religious or academic context
Examples
- The homilists of the medieval church were known for their lengthy moral teachings.
- Early Christian homilists often drew on biblical passages to instruct their congregations.
- Modern homilists continue to use storytelling to convey ethical lessons.
- The conference brought together homilists from different denominations to discuss preaching techniques.
- Ancient homilists like John Chrysostom left behind written records of their sermons.