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Stoc

Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature

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a brazen tube, formed like a cow's horn, used in the Middle Ages as a speaking trumpet on the tops of church towers to assemble the faithful to worship, and to proclaim new moons, quarters, and ecclesiastical festivals. The marquis of Drogheda possesses a remarkable Irish specimen of the stoc.

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McClintock, John. Strong, James. Entry for 'Stoc'. Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature. https://www.studylight.org/​encyclopedias/​eng/​tce/​s/stoc.html. Harper & Brothers. New York. 1870.
 
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