medieval-religion: Scholarly discussions of medieval religion and culture
Christopher,
The curtain might relate to the installation of the relics in the
altar. A curtain was set up in the church so that when the bishop
installed the relics, his actions were not visible to the other celebrants.
Cheers,
Jim
Christopher Crockett wrote:
> medieval-religion: Scholarly discussions of medieval religion and culture
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> From: Graham Jones <[log in to unmask]>
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> Lanalet pontifical (eleventh century, Bibliotheque de la Ville de Rouen, MS
> A.27 (368) fol. 2v.) http://tascphotogallery.shutterfly.com/pictures/9
> shows two tubs outside the church. I wonder if there are others?
>
>
> the tubs are a mystery to me.
>
> as is the curious "window" (with curtain?) in the lower level of the wall to
> the right of the doorway.
>
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