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Bible Dictionaries

1910 New Catholic Dictionary

Name, Baptismal

(Christian name) From the earliest times names were given at Baptism.

A name is given, which should be taken from some person, whose eminent sanctity has given him a place in the catalogue of Saints. This similarity of name will stimulate to the imitation of his virtues and the attainment of his holiness. - Catechism of Trent

Bibliography Information
Entry for 'Name, Baptismal'. 1910 New Catholic Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/dictionaries/eng/ncd/n/name-baptismal.html. 1910.

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