Bible Encyclopedias
Shriving Hand
Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature
that hand by which the sign of the cross is made by the priest over the penitent in pronouncing absolution, i.e. the right hand. Also called; Shrift hand and Shrove hand.
Copyright Statement
These files are public domain.
Bibliography Information
McClintock, John. Strong, James. Entry for 'Shriving Hand'. Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature. https://www.studylight.org/encyclopedias/eng/tce/s/shriving-hand.html. Harper & Brothers. New York. 1870.