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Metropolitan Iakovos

Metropolitan Iakovos is an ecclesiastical title within the Eastern Orthodox Church, referring to a senior bishop of a metropolitan area. The title “Metropolitan” is often granted to bishops who oversee multiple dioceses and have authority over other bishops within their jurisdiction. Iakovos was notably held by a prominent figure, Metropolitan Iakovos of America, who served from 1959 until 1996, significantly impacting Orthodox Christianity in the United States. The name, derived from the Greek Ιάκωβος (Iakobos), is synonymous with the biblical Jacob, reinforcing a cultural and religious heritage important in the Orthodox tradition. The role typically involves pastoral leadership, administrative responsibilities, and engagement with interfaith relations.