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• plural of patriarch.

patriarchs

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1. In the Old Testament, the “founding fathers” of the Israelites: Abraham and Isaac, Jacob, and the sons of Jacob. (See Joseph and his brothers.)

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Both of the patriarchs of Emily Moreno’s life have failed to protect her.

From Slate ● Aug. 3, 2026

Hell, most Old Testament patriarchs aren’t as demanding of loyalty and filial supplication as Rupert Murdoch, save for God himself.

From Salon ● Mar. 14, 2026

Half an hour later, at 09:00 local time, patriarchs from the Orthodox church and cardinals will congregate in Saint Sebastian Chapel, inside the basilica, where the remains of Pope John Paul II lie.

From BBC ● Apr. 25, 2025

Because of infrequent oversight by the patriarchs in Alexandria, however, Ethiopian Christianity developed unique characteristics, blending local beliefs in its own church ceremonies and holidays.

From Textbooks ● Apr. 19, 2023

Now both patriarchs seemed to sense that they had outlived their time.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis