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Head Cleft by Axe
1910 New Catholic Dictionary
Emblem in art associated with Saint Peter Veronese as first means of his martyrdom. A severed head is associated with Saint Denis, Saint John the Baptist, and Saint Solange. Health and Apostolical Benediction, form of salutation in letters written by the pope, first used by Pope Cletus (Anacletus ), second successor of Saint Peter.
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Entry for 'Head Cleft by Axe'. 1910 New Catholic Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/dictionaries/eng/ncd/h/head-cleft-by-axe.html. 1910.