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Consecrated sword with scabbard and baldric (1674–1676)

Gifted to Polish king Jan III Sobieski by Pope Innocent XI.

Wawel Royal Castle – State Art Collection

Blessed swords were ceremonial gifts traditionally presented by popes to Catholic rulers and military leaders in recognition of their service to the Church and the defense of Christendom. These swords were often accompanied by a consecrated hat and richly decorated with precious metals and gemstones.

Type: Consecrated sword

Overall length: 200.6 cm

Blade width: 6.8 cm

Origin: Rome, Papal States (1674–1676)

Material: steel, silver-gilt, wood, leather, silk, velvet, satin, gold thread, silver thread, pearl, ruby

Be Silent in God's Presence

Be silent before the Lord GOD! For the day of the LORD is near; the LORD has prepared a sacrifice and consecrated his guests. — Zephaniah 1:7 | English Standard Version (ESV) Holy Bible, English Standard Version. ESV® Text Edition: 2016. Copyright © 2001 by Crossway Bibles, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Cross References: Isaiah 13:3; Ezekiel 39:17; Habakkuk 2:20; Joel 2:1; Revelation 8:1

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"I suppose, since you're healed, there can be no further delay," the King said, reaching to adjust the robe again. "Thus, as we previously discussed, he will be marked tonight."

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Black Market Voices returns with PART ELEVEN of Surrogate: The Director's Cut!

Fully scripted, cast-acted and with audio effects, some of the fandom has come together to continue this gargantuan undertaking, and we hope you enjoy it! Go on, give it a listen.

You won’t like what happens when I repeat myself. ;)

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Stay tuned for future recordings! If you'd like to assist in upcoming acting or crew, contact Vmprsm on Discord or Tumblr. Follow us on our official socials for future updates!

Stay tuned for future recordings! If you'd like to assist in upcoming acting or crew, contact Vmprsm on Discord or Tumblr.

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From the talents of: - Flamia as Hastur AO3 Tumblr Tumblr doodles - LynnLarsh as John AO3 - Jasper as Arthur AO3 Tumblr - Vmprsm as the Narrator and Faroe AO3 Tumblr - Jace, Scottie, Icarus, and Lith as Courtiers - SSJTrinity, Kraiva, and Somniate as Work Introduction

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The Neo Twiny Jam (@neo-twiny-jam) is an interactive fiction game unranked jam where participants could not write more than 500 words per entry.

You can find every submitted piece on the jam's Itch Page.

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consecrated by Sophia de Augustine

Entry - More by Sophia

Sacred are these... Something happened before this entry, but it is not completely clear what. A child seemingly important. Lovers doomed to part ways. Religion at the centre of it all. And an uncertain and dangerous future. Thought the child's name inspires brightness, there are dark warnings on the wall, rendering the piece quite melancholic for the mundanity of the moment (looking after a child and sharing a kiss). The attention to small details and sensations makes the story quite vibrant still.

13 October 1269

Westminster Abbey was consecrated

An architectural masterpiece of the 13th to 16th centuries, Westminster Abbey also presents a unique pageant of British history – the shrine of St Edward the Confessor, the tombs of kings & queens, & countless memorials to the famous & the great. It has been the setting for every Coronation since 1066 & for numerous other royal occasions, including sixteen royal weddings.

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In the middle of the 13th century when King Henry III decided to rebuild it in the new Gothic style of architecture. It was a great age for cathedrals: in France it saw the construction of Amiens, Evreux & Chartres and in England Canterbury, Winchester & Salisbury, to mention a few. Under the decree of the King of England, Westminster Abbey was designed to be not only a great monastery & place of worship, but also a place for the coronation & burial of monarchs. This church was consecrated on 13th October 1269. Unfortunately the king died before the nave could be completed so the older structure stood attached to the Gothic building for many years.

👑 Every monarch since William the Conqueror has been crowned in the Abbey, with the exception of Edward V & Edward VIII (who abdicated) who were never crowned. The ancient Coronation Chair can still be seen in the church.

“Pray that I can live each moment Consecrated to Love, to Christ.”

~From Morning Greeting to the Blessed Virgin Mary