sanctuary lamp

noun

1. 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

Example Sentences

There were also blessed palms, very dusty, and a small sanctuary lamp suspended from the ceiling.

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When musing on the swaying Sanctuary lamp during Benediction, Galileo discovered the laws of the pendulum.

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The evening star, like a sanctuary lamp, swung above the dying altar-fire of the sunset.

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One evening in August, she had gone into the church, which was dimly lighted by the sanctuary lamp.

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The little sanctuary lamp before the image of the Blessed Virgin glowed no more.

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