Lectionary Calendar
Sunday, November 24th, 2024
the Week of Christ the King / Proper 29 / Ordinary 34
the Week of Christ the King / Proper 29 / Ordinary 34
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Weleda
Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature
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in German mythology, was one of the most famous fortune-tellers in the 1st century of the Christian era. A maiden born of princely parents, she is said to have wielded a mighty political influence over her people. Having been brought to Rome as a prisoner, she was carried about in triumph, and received great distinction at the hands of the emperor Vespasian. After her death the Germans honored her as a goddess.
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McClintock, John. Strong, James. Entry for 'Weleda'. Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature. https://www.studylight.org/encyclopedias/eng/tce/w/weleda.html. Harper & Brothers. New York. 1870.
McClintock, John. Strong, James. Entry for 'Weleda'. Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature. https://www.studylight.org/encyclopedias/eng/tce/w/weleda.html. Harper & Brothers. New York. 1870.
