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Find accurate definitions of over 5,000 Catholic terms and phrases (including abbreviations). Based on Fr. John Hardon's Modern Catholic Dictionary, © Eternal Life. Used with permission.

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PODIUM

Any elevated platform. But especially the platform on which the Pope is carried when he officiates in a procession with the Blessed Sacrament. Part of the podium is a kneeler or seat for the Pope as he adores the Holy Eucharist. (Etym. Latin podium, elevated place, parapet, balcony.)

Wed18 March
Lent

Wednesday of the Fourth Week of Lent; Opt. Mem. St. Cyril of Jerusalem, Bishop

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The first reading from Isaiah represents one of the most striking passages of the Bible that affirms the love of God for his people. It was a message of consolation addressed to the Jewish captives in Babylon promising them the joys of Messianic times. We are also captives and exiles because of our sins and human…

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