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Rood Chains

Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature

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those chains by which, in the case of large figures placed on or beside the rood, such figures were supported. These chains were inserted in the roof in front of the chancel arch. Remains of such chains are to be seen at Collumpton, Devonshire.

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McClintock, John. Strong, James. Entry for 'Rood Chains'. Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature. https://www.studylight.org/​encyclopedias/​eng/​tce/​r/rood-chains.html. Harper & Brothers. New York. 1870.
 
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