Burses

/ˈbɜːrsɪz/ noun

Definition

Plural of burse; small bags or pouches, especially the liturgical pouches used in religious ceremonies to hold sacred items.

Etymology

Plural of 'burse' (from Medieval Latin 'bursa'), representing multiple instances of these containers used in religious contexts.

Kelly Says

In grand cathedrals, burses are often beautifully embroidered works of art that hold sacred items—they're functional containers transformed into expressions of religious devotion!

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