Antimensiums, 1965–1968
Scope and Contents
Textiles for use by clerics and altar servers during Mass, as well as textiles for the adornment of the church and the celebration of the Mass.
Dates
- Creation: 1965–1968
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
An antimensium is a strip of fine linen or silk decorated with the instruments of the Passion or with a representation of Jesus in the tomb and contains relics of saints sewn into it. Antimensiums are primarily used in Eastern churches.
Source:
Shipman, Andrew. "Antimensium." In The Catholic Encyclopedia. Robert Appleton Company, 1907. http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/01563a.htm.
Full Extent
2 Linear Feet (1 container)
Repository Details
Part of the John J. Burns Library Repository
John J. Burns Library
Boston College
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