Temple Hierarchy

The High Bishop acts as the head of the temple. All major businesses require his or her approval.

Duties
The High Bishop's duties include, but are not limited to


 * Conducting religious ceremonies
 * Safe-keeping the bible and bible key
 * Manage the restricted books
 * Manage the chalices used in the Spring Prayer
 * Organise the home visits after the Harvest Festival

Story
When we begin Ascendance of a Bookworm, Bezewanst is the head of the temple in Ehrenfest. He is first introduced in Part 1 Vol.3 (Vol. 3 of the series). As the story is told from Myne's point of view, he is only mentioned a few times, as Myne tries to avoid meeting Bezewanst. Bezewanst's next significant appearance is at the climax (also the end) of the Apprentice Shrine Maiden arc.

Bezewanst is sentenced to death by Sylvester for the crimes he committed. Rozemyne is then promoted to head of the temple and becomes the High Bishop. Ferdinand is the High Priest, and remains so when Rozemyne takes over. With Royemyne as High Bishop his work was lessened, because the former High Bishop did not fulfil any of his (paper) work. Due to Rozemyne's young age and her many other duties, Ferdinand takes over the work that the High Bishop is supposed to do that Rozemyne herself cannot do, and she, in exchange, helps with his work.