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Antependium

Description:

An antependium refers to a decorative cloth or panel that is placed on the front of an altar, lectern, or pulpit in a religious setting. It serves as an ornamental covering and is often adorned with embroideries, tapestries, or intricate designs.

Senses:

Sense 1:

In religious contexts, the antependium is a cloth hanging in front of an altar.

Sense 2:

An antependium is a decorative panel placed on the front of a lectern or pulpit.

Usages:

Usage 1:

During the Sunday service, the priest carefully adjusted the vibrant antependium that was draped on the altar.

Usage 2:

The antique lectern in the church was beautifully accentuated by a golden antependium, catching the eyes of the worshippers.

Usage 3:

In celebration of Easter, the congregation worked together to create an exquisite embroidered antependium for the pulpit.

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