pastorally
/ˈpæstərəli/
adverb
- In a way that relates to the countryside or rural life, especially in an idealized or peaceful manner.
- She painted pastorally, always including gentle streams and flowering meadows.
- The cottage was pastorally situated among green hills and grazing sheep.
- The music sounded pastorally calm, like a quiet afternoon in the country.
- In a way that relates to the work of a pastor or spiritual guidance.
- He approached the troubled student pastorally, not as a disciplinarian.
- The minister spoke pastorally to the grieving family, offering comfort and hope.
- The church provides pastorally sensitive counseling for all members.
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