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Friday, May 10th, 2024
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Cross, Pectoral
Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature
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is a cross of precious metal worn round the necks of Roman Catholic and Greek bishops, attached to a chain,, symbolizing to the faithful authority and jurisdiction. It was worn by St. Alphege in the 11th century.
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McClintock, John. Strong, James. Entry for 'Cross, Pectoral'. Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature. https://www.studylight.org/encyclopedias/eng/tce/c/cross-pectoral.html. Harper & Brothers. New York. 1870.
McClintock, John. Strong, James. Entry for 'Cross, Pectoral'. Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature. https://www.studylight.org/encyclopedias/eng/tce/c/cross-pectoral.html. Harper & Brothers. New York. 1870.
