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Stabat Mater
Language; Encyclopedias
A Latin hymn on the dolours of the Virgin, beginning with these words, and composed in the 13th century by Jacopone da Todi, a Franciscan monk, and set to music by several composers, the most popular ...
Publius Papinius Statius
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A Latin poet, born in Naples; lived at Rome, flourished at court, particularly that of Domitian, whom he flattered, but retired to his native place after defeat in a competition; his chief work is ...
Swiss Confederation
Language; Encyclopedias
A league of the several Swiss cantons to resist an attempt on the part of the Emperor Albrecht to incorporate certain of the free towns into his family possessions.
Surplice
Language; Encyclopedias
A linen robe with wide sleeves worn by officiating clergymen and choristers, originating in the rochet or alb of early times.
Cape St. Vincent
Language; Encyclopedias
A lofty and rugged headland in the extreme SW. of Portugal, off which have been fought several naval battles, the most memorable being the great victory on February 14, 1797, when Jervis and Nelson ...
Sullivan's Island
Language; Encyclopedias
A long and narrow island, a favourite sea-bathing resort, on the N. of the entrance to Charleston Harbour, South Carolina, U.S.
Stole
Language; Encyclopedias
A long scarf worn by bishops and priests in the administration of the sacraments of the Church, and sometimes when preaching, as well as in symbol of authority.
