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fiery cross n 1. a burning cross, used as a symbol by the Ku Klux Klan 2. (Historical Terms) a wooden cross with ends charred or dipped in blood formerly used by Scottish Highlanders to summon the clans to battle How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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FOR many centuries, clan chiefs would rally their people at times of imminent danger by lighting fiery crosses on top of Highland peaks. Gay adoption is an entirely different issue which I won't get into here for fear of having fiery crosses planted on my lawn (again). He says groups meet every month, when members wear traditional hoods and robes, and fiery crosses are lit. |
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