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Barbe
Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature
the name given to a pastor among the ancient Waldenses (q.v.). (See BARBETS).
a Flemish engraver, was born at Antwerp about 1585, and probably studied under the Wierixes. He visited Italy and became, proficient in drawing. The following are some of his best prints: The Annunciation: — The Nativity: — The Virgin Mary and St. Joseph Arriving at Bethlehem: Christ on the Mount of Olives: — The Repose in Egypt: The Holy Family, with the Infant Jesus Embracing St. Joseph.
a French Lazarite and preacher of the 18th century, had charge of the Seminary of the "Bons Enfants" at Paris. He wrote, Priesres Touchantes et Affectives, in which are explained in few words the gospels for all the Sundays of the year and for Lent (Paris, 1712): — Prieres durant la Sainte Messe (ibid. eod.). See Hoefer, Nouv. Biog. Generale, s.v.
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McClintock, John. Strong, James. Entry for 'Barbe'. Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature. https://www.studylight.org/​encyclopedias/​eng/​tce/​b/barbe.html. Harper & Brothers. New York. 1870.