Why do patriarchs and priests have to change their names?

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2006-10-15 05:48:26 · 3 answers · asked by adorable 4 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality

They don't! Only the pope changes his name, and then only if he chooses to, to the name of a saint.

2006-10-15 06:03:48 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋

Catholic Priests do not. Ask Father Morgan White my priest.

2006-10-15 12:57:11 · answer #2 · answered by Debra M. Wishing Peace To All 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Since when do they HAVE to?

2006-10-15 12:55:29 · answer #3 · answered by kent chatham 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋