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Shriving Mark

Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature

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or Sign, the sign of the cross made by the priest with his right band when giving absolution. Also called Shrift mark and Shrove sign.

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