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BELIEFS AND CUSTOMS 19

contents : From 1870 - 1914 : Beliefs and customs
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Summary: Holy Shelf

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This type of simple holy shelf was a common sight in many Catholic farmhouses. The photograph was taken in Co. Cork at the beginning of the 20th century. The key feature of the holy shelf was the red light in the centre which shone constantly.

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