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Altar-Stole

Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature

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a mediaeval ornament, in shape like the ends of a stole, hanging down over the front of the antependilum of the altar, indicating, that the altar itself is constantly used, and symbolizing the power and efficacy of the Christian communion.

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McClintock, John. Strong, James. Entry for 'Altar-Stole'. Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature. https://www.studylight.org/​encyclopedias/​eng/​tce/​a/altar-stole.html. Harper & Brothers. New York. 1870.
 
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