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Dolphin, in Christian Art

Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature

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Dollinger, Johann Joseph Ignaz, Ph.d., D.D., LL.D.

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The dolphin has been used from an early date in several senses, representing either the Lord himself, the individual Christian, or abstract qualities, such as those of swiftness, brilliancy, conjugal affection, etc.

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McClintock, John. Strong, James. Entry for 'Dolphin, in Christian Art'. Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature. https://www.studylight.org/encyclopedias/eng/tce/d/dolphin-in-christian-art.html. Harper & Brothers. New York. 1870.

Bible Encyclopedias Dolphin, in Christian Art

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Dolphin, in Christian Art