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sanctuary lamp
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sanctuary lamp
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(Christianity / Ecclesiastical Terms) Christianity a lamp, usually red, placed in a prominent position in the sanctuary of a church, that when lit indicates the presence of the Blessed Sacrament
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Plate used in Catholic rites, reliquaries, censers, chalices, incense boats and sanctuary lamps were still commissioned, but until the Catholic Relief Act of 1791 and the Catholic Emancipation Act of 1829, could be used only discreetly because of the fear of the consequences of being discovered.
Treasures of the English Church; Sacred Gold and Silver 800-2000 by Wickham, Ann / Art and Christianity
 
 
 
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