family altar — noun 1. : a place of family devotions 2. : the custom of family devotions * * * family altar The symbol or place of family worship • • • Main Entry: ↑altar … Useful english dictionary
Family altar — Altar Al tar, n. [OE. alter, auter, autier, fr. L. altare, pl. altaria, altar, prob. fr. altus high: cf. OF. alter, autier, F. autel. Cf. {Altitude}.] 1. A raised structure (as a square or oblong erection of stone or wood) on which sacrifices are … The Collaborative International Dictionary of English
May devotions to the Blessed Virgin Mary — refers to special Marian devotions held in the Catholic Church during the month of May honoring the Virgin Mary as the Queen of May . These services may take place inside or outside. May devotions have existed throughout Roman Catholic church… … Wikipedia
Popular Devotions — • Brief explanation of the spiritual practices collectively called devotions or popular devotions. Catholic Encyclopedia. Kevin Knight. 2006. Popular Devotions Popular Devotions … Catholic encyclopedia
Special Devotions For Months — Special Devotions for Months † Catholic Encyclopedia ► Special Devotions for Months During the Middle Ages the public functions of the Church and the popular devotions of the people were intimately connected. The laity assisted at the … Catholic encyclopedia
Anglican devotions — Anglican PortalAnglican devotions are private prayers and practices used by Anglican Christians to promote spiritual growth and communion with God. Among members of the Anglican Communion, private devotional habits vary widely, depending on… … Wikipedia
David Henry Hwang — Birth name David Henry Hwang / 黃哲倫 Born August 15, 1957 (1957 08 15) (age 54) Origin Los Angeles, California Occupations Playwright, Screenwriter, Te … Wikipedia
Clyde M. Narramore — Born Clyde M. Narramore November 25, 1916 (1916 11 25) (age 94) Palo Verde, Arizona Occupation … Wikipedia
David Henry Hwang — (* 11. August 1957 in Los Angeles) ist ein US amerikanischer Schriftsteller. Er gilt als der bedeutendste asiatisch amerikanische (sino amerikanische) Dramatiker des Landes. Inhaltsverzeichnis … Deutsch Wikipedia
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