Nathan ben-Jechiel also called Arukn (), or Baal ha-Aruk ( ), from the fact that he is the author of the celebrated lexicon denominated Aruk, a distinguished Jewish lexicographer, was born in Rome about 1030, where, like his ancestors before him and his descendants after him, he was held in the highest veneration for his … Continue reading “Nathan ben-Jechiel”
Nathan
NATHAN 1. A Hebrew prophet, Zec 12:12 ; a friend and counselor of David. He approved the king’s purpose of building a temple to the lord, but by divine direction transferred this accomplishment to Solomon, 2Sa 7:1-17 . By a fine parable, pointedly applied, he convicted David of his guilt in respect to Uriah and … Continue reading “Nathan”
Natchitoches
Natchitoches Diocese of Natchitoches Former title of the present Diocese of Alexandria (Alexandrinensis), which comprises all the northern part of Louisiana above 31° N. lat., with an area of 22,212 square miles. The Venerable Antonio Margil, whose canonization is in process, was the first priest to minister within the territory now forming the diocese. From … Continue reading “Natchitoches”
Natchez
Natchez DIOCESE OF NATCHEZ (NATCHESIENSIS) Established 28 July, 1837; comprises the State of Mississippi. Catholic missionary work in this territory began with the expeditions of Marquette, La Salle, and Iberville. Iberville planted a colony in the home of the Natchez tribe, and erected there Fort Rosalie, on a site within the present city of Natchez. … Continue reading “Natchez”
Natatorium
Natatorium (a swimning-place), a term used by some writers when describing the baptistery. Farrar, Eccles. Dict.; Bingham, Antiquities of the Christian Church, 2:310. Fuente: Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature
Nataph
Nataph SEE STACTE. Fuente: Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature
Natansohn, Joseph Saul
Natansohn, Joseph Saul a rabbi of note, was born in the year 1808. He received a strictly religious education in conformity with the traditions of his family, and even as a youth showed great mental ability and rare diligence. When hardly nineteen years of age he composed, together with his brother-in-law, the deceased Marcus Wolf … Continue reading “Natansohn, Joseph Saul”
Natalitia
Natalitia i.e., natal days of the saints. Tertullian and other ancient writers use the words natalitia and natales in speaking of martyrs, not meaning their natural birth, but their nativity to a glorious crown in the kingdom of heaven. SEE NATAL DAYS. In this sense, Tertullian says St. Paul was born again by a new … Continue reading “Natalitia”
Natalis, The Theodotian
Natalis, The Theodotian SEE THEODOTIUS. Fuente: Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature
Natalis, Michael
Natalis, Michael a Flemish engraver and student of sacred art, was born at Liege about 1589. After acquiring the elements of design under Joachim Sandrart, he visited Antwerp, and studied engraving under Charles Mallery. From thence he went to Rome, and adopted the style of Cornelius Bloemaert, which he followed with some success. He engraved … Continue reading “Natalis, Michael”