holy table

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Charles X. kneels on a cushion before the holy table, which is supported by the Dauphin and the Duke of Orleans.

From The Duchess of Berry and the Court of Charles X by Imbert de Saint-Amand, Arthur Léon, baron

But the greatest part of them imitating that which they admired, drew near to the tribunal of penance, and the holy table.

From The works of John Dryden, now first collected in eighteen volumes. Volume 16 by Scott, Walter, Sir

The seven brothers went forth from the holy table, according to the expression of St. Chrysostom, "as roaring lions, breathing fire and flames," and they could not restrain the zeal which animated them.

From The Life and Legends of Saint Francis of Assisi by Chalippe, Father Candide

Then came the elders to the holy table.

From The Golden House by Baker, Sarah S. (Sarah Schoonmaker)

Mr. Silk, clad in white surplice and nervously turning the pages of the Office by the holy table, faced about also.

From Lady Good-for-Nothing by Quiller-Couch, Arthur Thomas, Sir