Glossary of ecclesiastical ornament and costume : compiled and illustrated from ancient authorities and examples (1844)
Pugin, Augustus Welby Northmore, 1812-1852, Hanhart, M., lithographer, Hanhart, N., lithographer, Maguire, Henry Calton · London : H.G. Bohn · leaf 186
the Holy Name should only be introduced in the most reverent positions, and not be used as a mere common device to fill up a space, as is too often the case. JWonsitttmw* A transparent pyx, in which the Blessed Sacrament is carried in solemn processions, and exposed on the altar. It is derived from… … 2. Monstrances were made in the form of images, containing crystal * Durandus, who describes all the Festivals of the Church in his Rationale, written in 1286, does not mention this procession. t The antient custom of carrying the Blessed Sacrament within a covered Case at the procession of Corpus…
Church decoration and ornament · Church vestments · Christian art and symbolism
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