> In class, in course of translating Gallus Anonymous, we came across a
> linguistic problem which I hope you could help us to solve. Is there
> a proper English term for the pagan rite of the first cutting of
> hair, when a boy passes from the child's to the man's status? Gallus
> calls it "tonsura" but I believe in translation one should stress the
> difference between this custom and the ceremony of entering monastic
> order. All suggestions will be highly appreciated.
Barberism? :-)
Bill.
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