pallium
- noun
- /ˈpæliəm/
- Formal
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palio
- Nor was costume neglected: Courson's document dictated that, when lecturing, masters were to wear "a simple black round ankle-length cope, a pallium, and plain shoes with pointed toes."
- receive the pallium
- imposition of the pallium
Examples
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The fanon, used since at least the 8th century, is a shoulder-length silken cape, striped in white and gold, that is worn on top of the pontifical vestments, though beneath the pallium.
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It also contributed to the determination of who, within Gregory's immediate sphere of influence, was qualified to receive the pallium.
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Michael's footprints and his pallium were displayed to medieval pilgrims, as were his sword and shield at Mont-Saint-Michel.
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He spoke about the symbolism of the pallium made of lamb's wool, meant to represent the lost, sick, or weak sheep which the shepherd places on his shoulders and carries to the waters of life.
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Over the years in Germany, Boniface received the pallium (designating him metropolitan of the region), initiated correspondence regarding the application of Roman practice to the new situation, and swore an oath to promote Roman discipline in all spheres under his influence.
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The archbishop wore the pallium during the mass, showcasing his role in the Roman Catholic Church.
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As a symbol of his authority, the new archbishop received the pallium from the pope.
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Before his installation, he traveled to Rome to receive the pallium that would signify his new position.
Synonyms
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A special robe that a priest or minister wears for religious services
A long narrow cloth worn around the neck by Christian priests during church services
How Formal
Surface Forms
Etymology
The word pallium comes from the Latin pallium meaning 'cloak', and it was a wool cloak worn by important people before becoming the special lamb's-wool band archbishops wear. That's why a pallium is a sign of an archbishop's office.