Encyclopedic Dictionary of Bible and Theology

Sclavonic Versions SEE SLAVONIC VERSIONS. Fuente: Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature

Sclavina a long gown worn by Romish pilgrims. Fuente: Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature

S.C.J. = Congregation of the Priests of the Sacred Heart; Dehonians Fuente: New Catholic Dictionary

Sciron in Greek mythology, was (1) a notorious robber who established himself on the rocks between Athens and Megara, where he compelled the passers by to wash his feet, and afterwards kicked them into the sea, upon which a large turtle seized and devoured them. Theseus served him as he had formerly served others. (2) … Continue reading “Sciron”

Sciras in Greek mythology, was an appellative of Minerva, a temple being dedicated to her under this name in Phalerum, the harbor of Athens, and another on Salamis. Fuente: Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature

Scioppius, Kaspar a noted German controversialist, was born at Neumark, in the Palatinate, May 27, 1576. He studied at Heidelberg, Altdorf, and Ingolstadt, and in 1597 visited Italy, Bohemia, Poland, and Holland. He had already become favorably known by his Latin verse and his notes upon different Latin authors. In 1598 he abjured Protestantism and … Continue reading “Scioppius, Kaspar”

Sciomancy SEE SCIAMANCY. Fuente: Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature

Scimitar SCIMITAR.See Fauchion. Fuente: Hastings’ Dictionary of the Bible Scimitar simi-tar, -ter (, akinake): Formerly given as fauchion in the King James Version Judith 13:6; 16:9, the weapon which Judith took down from the rail of the bed at Holofernes’ head, and with which she severed his head from his body. Fuente: International Standard Bible … Continue reading “Scimitar”

Scillus in Greek mythology, was the father of Alesius, one of the suitors of the beautiful Hippodamia. The town of Alesia, in Ells, is said to have derived its name from his son. Fuente: Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature

Scillium, Martyrs of In the year 180 six Christians were condemned to death by the sword, in the town of Scillium, by Vigellius Saturninus, Proconsul of Africa. The Acts of their martyrdom are of special interest, as being the most ancient Acts we possess for the Roman Province of Africa. Their trial is also notable … Continue reading “Scillium, Martyrs of”