relique
Americannoun
plural
reliquesnoun
Example Sentences
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Cette Bouche-de-V�rit� est une curieuse relique du moyen �ge.
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One of the most curious instances of relique worship occurred here in the reign of �neas Sylvius, Pope Pius II.
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Whenever these Reliques are exposed, a Priest makes a Proclamation to the People, what Relique he is going to shew them.
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Therefore let us beseech God, that we may look upon this sacred Relique in such a Manner, that the Honour and Glory of God may be thereby advanced, and that we may obtain his Grace, and his sacred Benediction.
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There is preserved the precious Relique of our Lord’s Handkerchief, of which there’s the like in St. Peter’s Church at Rome, and at Besançon.
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