Catholic Word of the Day: PEACE PLATE or TABLET, 06-23-09

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PEACE PLATE or TABLET

Also called the osculatorium. It is a plaque made of wood, metal, or ivory decorated with inscriptions and provided with a handle. It conveyed the kiss of peace from the celebrant to the faithful, each member receiving it in turn. In medieval times at a Nuptial Mass, the kiss of peace was received in this way by the bridegroom and then transmitted by him to the bride.

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[Salvation]

Perhaps this ancient idea could replace the "Kiss of Peace" or "Sign of Peace" as some know it.

If we are going back to the more meaningful translations, why not?

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[stuartcr]

Maybe those peace signs and kisses, replaced this? I would think a peace sign is a lot more user-friendly than carrying around a tablet.