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  CATHOLIC ENCYCLOPEDIA: Pulpit
pulpit is often connected with the appearance of the mendicant friars, but this can refer only to some innovations in its use and some external changes, as the Fathers of the Church had long before this constantly used the ambo for preaching.
pulpit," appears to be the oldest remaining monument of this kind (fourth to sixth century).
pulpit should never be excessive, but subordinate to that of the high altar, whose view it should not obstruct.
www.newadvent.org /cathen/12563b.htm   (1928 words)

  
 Pulpit - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
A pulpit (from Latin pulpitum "scaffold", "platform", "stage") is a small elevated platform where a member of the clergy stands in order to read the Gospel lesson and deliver a sermon.
In traditional churches, the pulpit stands squarely in the center of the platform, and is generally the largest piece of church furniture.
From the pulpit is often used metaphorically for something which is said with official church authority.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Pulpit   (607 words)

  
 JewishEncyclopedia.com - PULPIT:   (Site not responding. Last check: )
In the earliest time a post ("'ammud" was used instead of a pulpit; from it the king spoke to the people, and from it Josiah renewed with the people the covenant of the Law before the Lord (II Kings xi.
In the case of a large congregation the almemar, with the pulpit, was originally placed in the center of the synagogue in order that the voice of the reader or preacher might be heard by all the worshipers; whereas the ḥazzan stood by the Ark, it being easier to follow him in the familiar prayers.
The placing of the almemar with the pulpit in the center of the synagogue was purely a matter of convenience, and not of obligation.
www.jewishencyclopedia.com /view.jsp?artid=603&letter=P   (541 words)

  
 The Place of the Pulpit   (Site not responding. Last check: )
This ornate, wooden pulpit is intricately carved with images of Moses, Christ, the apostles, and the church fathers, right down to the patron of this particular church.
The pulpit was built and used when contrasting preaching was fully known to be taking place in houses and fields without such visible support from the reassuring imagery of Roman Catholic tradition (Bangs, 42).
While the pulpit may well serve as a symbol of authority, it is worth remembering that the pulpit, and the ecclesiastical authority it may represent, must not place boundaries around the preaching of the word.
homepage.mac.com /kentoncanderson/preaching.org/pulpit.html   (1970 words)

  
 Preaching and the Pulpit Part 1
We shall cover 5 main topics concerning the pulpit: 1) It is a place of dread, 2) It is a place of worship, 3) It is a place of eternal significance, 4) It is a place for the privileged, 5) It is for God's glory alone.
A minister once said, "The pulpit is the most dreadful place on the earth." We may ask why a called minister of the Gospel would say such a thing.
There must be a day to day cry from the closet of the preacher to the throne room- of heaven, a besieging of heaven with a holy fervor that this man knows he is unable to bring any good to the people lest God is with him.
www.apuritansmind.com /Pastoral/McMahonPulpitPart1.htm   (1484 words)

  
 Tapety na pulpit - za darmo
Pamiętaj tylko tutaj znajdziesz najlepsze tapety na pulpit za darmo.
"Tyle szukałem tapet na pulpit a tu jest wszystko.
"Szukałam na pulpit jakiejś tapety - już mam!
www.tapety-na-pulpit.pl   (171 words)

  
 Central pulpit - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Traditional Presbyterian Churches in Scotland and elsewhere often had a Central pulpit, that is, the Pulpit was located in the centre of the chancel in the position where most churches have the communion table or altar.
The table could be situated in front of the pulpit or to the side, and sometimes was not in the chancel area at all.
A central pulpit can be seen for example in St Andrew's Church, Rome.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Central_pulpit   (233 words)

  
 The Pulpit and the Bottle, a Biography of alcoholic minister and Alcoholics Anonymous Founder, Dr. Samuel Sumpter ...
The Pulpit and the Bottle, a Biography of alcoholic minister and Alcoholics Anonymous Founder, Dr. Samuel Sumpter Daughtry.
The Pulpit and the Bottle is his biographical story, written by his estranged son, Willard Daughtry, twenty years after his death.
The Pulpit and the Bottle tells the agony of alcohol addiction, and the destruction of family, career and self respect — the end result of alcoholism.
www.pulpitandbottle.com /index.html   (398 words)

  
 The Pastor and the Pulpit
Ezra the scribe stood at a wooden podium which they had made for the purpose.” Ezra was easily seen behind the pulpit which probably covered most of his body, and the pulpit was used to hold the scrolls he was reading to the people.
There was a focal point for the hearers (Ezra behind the wooden pulpit), a remedy for distractions (the pulpit shielded him—they were not focused on what he was wearing or if he dressed well), and an aid for preaching (it held the scrolls, and possibly any other parchments he had).
The pulpit is that sanctuary where a truly called minister of the Gospel exercises his God-given giftedness to the aim of glorifying Christ.
www.apuritansmind.com /Pastoral/APuritan'sViewOfThePulpit.htm   (3423 words)

  
 Lancaster Priory Pulpit
The Pulpit has gone through a series of changes since it was installed in Jacobean times.
We know that the first recorded pulpit was located by the third pier [pillar] on the north side of the Nave and was in position in 1619.
The new pulpit position ensured that the congregation faced east and that the pulpit did not obscure the Altar which was then sited against the east wall of the Priory.
www.priory.lancs.ac.uk /pulpit.html   (945 words)

  
 The Mosque and Pulpit   (Site not responding. Last check: )
The place of the pulpit in the mosque seems to be identical with that of the ambo in the Oriental churches, namely, to the right of the altar or the mihrab.
Among the Shiabs it is ordained that the preacher shall wear a turban and the striped Yemen cloak.
Becker infers that the pulpit originally was a chair of the judge, the throne of authority where pronouncements and judgments were made by the prophet, and only later did it become a place of public address.
www.supertarot.co.uk /sufi/Heirs/heirs4a.htm   (650 words)

  
 Jowett Lecture 5: The Preacher in his Pulpit
The pulpit may be the centre of overwhelming power, and it may be the scene of tragic disaster.
If, when we turn to the pulpit stair, some angel were to challenge us for the statement of our mission, we ought to be able to make immediate answer, without hesitancy or stammering, that this or that is the urgent errand on which we seek to serve our Lord to-day.
We are not in the pulpit to please the [171] fancy.
www.abcog.org /jowett5.htm   (4402 words)

  
 Feature Stallion
Melhor Ainda crossed the line in the Sands Point S. (G3) on June 5 at Belmont Park, not only did she keep a four-race win streak alive, but she also marked the third PULPIT (A.P. Indy) foal to win a graded stakes race in just a two week period.
In five crops, Pulpit has produced 116 winners from 178 starters, which have earned more than $13.9 million.
Pulpit began his racing career in 1997 as a three-year-old.
www.brisnet.com /cgi-bin/editorial/news/article.cgi?id=1689   (463 words)

  
 Empire State Pride Agenda - Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender   (Site not responding. Last check: )
The mission of Pride in the Pulpit is to build a network of congregations and leaders of faith throughout New York State who advocate for the full equality and justice for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) New Yorkers and their families.
Pride in the Pulpit is made up of hundreds of congregations and leaders of faith representing over 20 denominations and faiths.
Pride in the Pulpit gives you the tools you need, as a leader of faith, to successfully advocate and build support for our community's issues in your part of the state.
www.prideagenda.org /pulpit/about.html   (806 words)

  
 Lucky Pulpit
Horsehat.com Fast Fact: Lucky Pulpit’s sire, Pulpit, was the post time favorite for the 1997 Kentucky Derby won by Silver Charm.
Lucky Pulpit is perhaps the most versatile three year-old colt in America.
Lucky Pulpit did hold second by two lengths to the promising Master David.
www.horsehats.com /LuckyPulpit.html   (305 words)

  
 Pulpit Helps
All articles and illustrations in Pulpit Helps with the exception of those indicated as excerpts, condensations or reprints taken from copyrighted sources may be reprinted in full or in part without further permission simply by crediting, Pulpit Helps, published by AMG Publishers, Chattanooga, TN 37422 as the source.
Pulpit Helps reserves the right to edit all submitted material for length and content.
No materials in the Pulpit Helps magazine, including illustrations, are to be used for any commercial or resale purposes, without permission.
www.pulpithelps.com /www/docs/99-6217   (273 words)

  
 The Pulpit Commentary (77 Electronic Vols)
The Pulpit Commentary set is a standard on the bookshelves of many students of Scripture, and presents an impressive appearance with its 23 hardcover print volumes.
Biblical references in the Pulpit text are tagged as hotspots: a single click opens your preferred Bible version to the verse cited.
The Pulpit Commentary: Acts of the Apostles Vol.
www.logos.com /products/details/2077   (599 words)

  
 CD Baby: BULLY PULPIT: Believe - from evor
Bully Pulpit is a term usually used to describe a position of power that affords the holder a wide audience.
The ever-growing audience that call Bully Pulpit their own have followed the band right to the top of the heap.
Through numerous lineup changes, Bully Pulpit has persevered, though the current lineup is arguably their best.
www.cdbaby.com /cd/bullypulpit/from/evor   (499 words)

  
 Bully Pulpit Golf Course
Some courses impose themselves on the landscape; the Bully Pulpit Golf Course conforms to the landscape.
The Bully Pulpit Golf Course was designed in the spirit of Theodore Roosevelt.
President Theodore Roosevelt often used the word “bully.” The term “Bully Pulpit” stems from Roosevelt’s reference to the White House as a terrific platform from which to advocate an agenda persuasively.
www.medora.org /attractions/golf/index.html   (100 words)

  
 Trinity Pulpit - Trinity Baptist Church
Trinity Pulpit is the audio/video recording ministry of Trinity Baptist Church.
We make available a large selection of audio and video taped sermons, the majority of which have been preached week by week from our own pulpit but some of which have been recorded at various conferences and retreats.
The 10th Edition of the Trinity Pulpit catalog is now available in print and online.
www.tbcnj.org /tphome.html   (218 words)

  
 The Living Pulpit - Dedicated to the Art of the Sermon
The Living Pulpit - Dedicated to the Art of the Sermon
For feedback or questions about The Living Pulpit please e-mail the editor.
The Living Pulpit is a unique source of help to energize sermons renewing confidence in the power of the preached Word.
www.pulpit.org   (251 words)

  
 Forty Years in the Same Pulpit
Forty Years in the Same Pulpit tackles a serious problem: pastorates that are not long enough to bring about lasting results.
"In an era of extremely short tenures in local churches, to have remained the preacher from a single pulpit for forty years is indeed marvelous.
Chevis Horne is well known for his pulpit skills, but he was equally talented in his work as a pastor.
www.helwys.com /books/horne.html   (172 words)

  
 Pulpit or lectern for your modern church
In this case, an anti reflective film can be applied to the perspex to eliminate glare (see price on table below.) If freighted requires 7 screw assembly (tool provided).
Arc pulpits are exported all over the world.
To be used for a water glass, jug, laptop computer and other resources.
www.pulpit.com.au /arc_church_lecturn_usa.htm   (199 words)

  
 Challies Dot Com: Plagiarism In The Pulpit
I think there is another danger, however, in the pulpit, of trying to show how academically respectable you are or that you use the "right" or "proper" commentaries.
In the 18th Centry it was an accepted practice in Anglicanism, with men who had never seen the inside of a pulpit preaching vicariously through men who bought their sermons and read them.
Is it a pulpit ministry only or is there other equally important tasks for the pastor.
www.challies.com /archives/002201.php   (12676 words)

  
 Pulpit Pimps
It is my desire to continue to publicize the antics and teachings of the pulpit pimps.
One of the primary premises of this site is the assertion that the pulpit pimps care more for promoting themselves and living off of you than they do for teaching you solid doctrine.
The Bible says that we are not to have anything to do with those who would preach another gospel or another Christ (2 John 9, 10).
www.pulpit-pimps.org /page/7   (4008 words)

  
 Pulpit-Pulpits.com - Acrylic Pulpits and lectern
These Pulpits and Lecterns have been put together with concern and input from our customers.
These Church Pulpits are the latest in acrylic speaker stands.
Foot Print size is 24x36 for greater stability, 48in tall, shelf, and 24x36in.
www.pulpit-pulpits.com /Pulpits.htm   (139 words)

  
 Jack-in-the-pulpit - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
These interesting plants are not easy to spot.
Jack, or perhaps Jill, stands tall but hidden inside his, or perhaps her, roofed pulpit, which is usually green and white or dark purple and white.
The pulpit, in turn, is hidden below large, 3-lobed leaves.
www.appalachiantrail.org /site/c.jkLXJ8MQKtH/b.893493/k.9A4D/Jackinthepulpit.htm   (102 words)

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