Encyclopedic Dictionary of Bible and Theology

Camm, John a minister of the Society of Friends, was born near Kendal, Westmoreland, England, in 1604. He was converted under the preaching of George Fox, and soon after commenced his labors as an itinerant preacher among the Friends in the North of England, and in London, whither he went with Francis Howgill, ” with … Continue reading “Camm, John”

Camm (Nee Newby), Anne a minister of the Society of Friends, was born at Kendal, England, in August, 1627. While residing in London, whither she had been sent to complete her education, she became a Christian, and united with the Puritans. Her first marriage was with John Audland (q.v.)j and both husband and wife soon … Continue reading “Camm (Nee Newby), Anne”

camisia (L.L.: shirt) Name for the alb , from its shirt-like appearance. Also the name given to the shrine in which the Book of Gospels used at High Mass was anciently preserved; it was frequently made of gold and richly jewelled. Fuente: New Catholic Dictionary Camisia in ecclesiastical usage, is a name for (1) a … Continue reading “Camisia”

Camisards, White (probably from French: camise, a black blouse worn as a uniform) A sect of French Protestant fanatics influenced by the literature and preaching of the French Calvinists , who originated after the revocation of the Edict of Nantes (1685 ), and existed in the beginning of the 18th century . In defense of … Continue reading “Camisards, White”

Camisards (probably from French: camise, a black blouse worn as a uniform) A sect of French Protestant fanatics influenced by the literature and preaching of the French Calvinists , who originated after the revocation of the Edict of Nantes (1685 ), and existed in the beginning of the 18th century . In defense of their … Continue reading “Camisards”

Camis is a title of the honored dead among. the Japanese, to whom they pay divine homage., They believe that the souls of very good men become Caumis, or protecting geniuses of men; while those of the wicked wander through the air, writhing in agony. To these deified heroes they build temples or mia (q.v.), … Continue reading “Camis”

Camillus de Lellis, Saint (1550 -1614 ) Confessor, born Bacchianico, Italy ; died Rome, Italy . While still a youth he became a soldier in the service of Venice and later of Naples , remaining there until 1574 , and becoming a confirmed gambler. He went to Rome and was employed in the hospital for … Continue reading “Camillus de Lellis, Saint”

Camillus And Camilla in Roman antiquity, were the titles applied to the boys and girls who were occupied in the ceremonies of sacrifice, whether temporarily or as a preparation for their entering the priesthood. In the latter case it was necessary that they should be the children of parents still alive, and freeborn. Fuente: Cyclopedia … Continue reading “Camillus And Camilla”

Camillus (1) Presbyter of Genoa, who consulted St. Prosper respecting some propositions of Augustine on predestination, after that father’s death; and to whom Prosper addressed his Answers to the Geneese. (2) Farther of St. Ennodius, bishop of Pavia, A.D. 473. See Ceillier, x, 300, 569. Fuente: Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature

Camillo Mazzella Jesuit theologian and cardinal . Born Vitulamo, near Benevento, Italy , 1833; died Rome, Italy , 1900. Expelled with his order from Italy, he taught theology at Fourvieres, and at Georgetown University, Washington. He was professor at Woodstock College, Maryland. Called to Rome to teach at the Gregorian University. President of the Academy … Continue reading “Camillo Mazzella”