Holy water containers, 1955, undated, bulk: 1926–1968
Scope and Contents
Material culture and pamphlets that document the Liturgical Movement and changes in religious life in the American Catholic Church from the early twentieth century through the implementation of the Second Vatican Council's reforms in the 1960s and 1970s. The collection contains artifacts of many kinds, including badges, bookmarks, candles, chalices, chaplets, crosses, crucifixes, holy water containers, jewelry, key rings, medals, money clips, monstrances, pins, plaques, relics, rosaries, scapulars, sick call sets, statues, vestments, and altar textiles.
Dates
- Creation: 1955, undated
- Creation: Majority of material found within 1926–1968
Creator
- From the Collection: Leonard, William J. (1908-2000) (Compiler, Person)
Language of Materials
This collection is mostly in English, with some materials in French, German, Italian, Latin, Lithuanian, Polish, Slovenian, and Spanish.
Access Note
Collection is open for research.
Definition and use
Holy water is water blessed by a priest for purification, dedication, or blessing. The water is held in specialized containers determined by intended use.
Source:
Leclercq, Henri. "Holy Water." In The Catholic Encyclopedia. Robert Appleton Company, 1910. http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/07432a.htm.
Full Extent
5.5 Linear Feet (5 containers)
Repository Details
Part of the John J. Burns Library Repository
John J. Burns Library
Boston College
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