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<p> is a common name for nuns (q.v.). As early as the 2nd century bodily mortification and a contemplative life were regarded by many persons as indications and means of extraordinary piety. In the age of [[Cyprian]] and [[ | Virgnes Dei Or Christi <ref name="term_64906" /> | ||
==References == | <p> is a common name for nuns (q.v.). As early as the 2nd century bodily mortification and a contemplative life were regarded by many persons as indications and means of extraordinary piety. In the age of [[Cyprian]] and Tertullian the [[Sacred]] Virgins of the Church, or Canonical Virgins, were recognised as a distinct class, and celibacy was extolled as a piece of super eminent piety. Such superstition made rapid progress, and continues to hold its place in the minds of many to the present time. (See [[Virginity]]). </p> | ||
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<ref name="term_64906"> [https://bibleportal.com/encyclopedia/cyclopedia-of-biblical-theological-and-ecclesiastical-literature/virgnes+dei+or+christi Virgnes Dei Or Christi from Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature]</ref> | <ref name="term_64906"> [https://bibleportal.com/encyclopedia/cyclopedia-of-biblical-theological-and-ecclesiastical-literature/virgnes+dei+or+christi Virgnes Dei Or Christi from Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature]</ref> | ||
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Latest revision as of 17:31, 15 October 2021
Virgnes Dei Or Christi [1]
is a common name for nuns (q.v.). As early as the 2nd century bodily mortification and a contemplative life were regarded by many persons as indications and means of extraordinary piety. In the age of Cyprian and Tertullian the Sacred Virgins of the Church, or Canonical Virgins, were recognised as a distinct class, and celibacy was extolled as a piece of super eminent piety. Such superstition made rapid progress, and continues to hold its place in the minds of many to the present time. (See Virginity).
