angelus

Example Sentences

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The Vatican confirmed the Pope will preside over the angelus prayer this coming Sunday, but next Wednesday's general audience will not take place "to safeguard the Holy Father's post-surgery recovery".

From BBC • Jun. 16, 2023

Pope Benedict XVI waves as he leads the Sunday angelus prayer in Saint Peter Square at the Vatican February 10, 2013.

From Time • Feb. 11, 2013

As his angelus rings out I fancy all wild heads bowed in adoration.

From Old Plymouth Trails by Packard, Winthrop

O golden angelus that sounded prolonging uncertain memories, I have seen the swallows hovering to you and followed their dark trails of passage.

From Goblins and Pagodas by Fletcher, John Gould

One only wanted twilight and the angelus bell to complete the scene's devotion.

From Glories of Spain by Wood, Charles W. (William)