Bible Encyclopedias
Benefice Consistorial

Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature

is a term used in the Latin Church to designate certain clerical positions of eminent rank and importance, which are customarily and formally filled up by the pope in solemn consistory.

Bibliography Information
McClintock, John. Strong, James. Entry for 'Benefice Consistorial'. Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature. https://www.studylight.org/​encyclopedias/​eng/​tce/​b/benefice-consistorial.html. Harper & Brothers. New York. 1870.