Both Uses of
brethren
in
Henry VIII
- Sir, For holy offices I have a time; a time To think upon the part of business which I bear i' the state; and Nature does require Her times of preservation, which perforce I, her frail son, amongst my brethren mortal, Must give my tendance to.†
Scene 3.2 *
- To you, my good Lord Mayor, And you, good brethren, I am much beholding; I have receiv'd much honour by your presence, And ye shall find me thankful.†
Scene 5.5
Definition:
brothers or members of the same community or group -- especially male members of a religious order