A book containing the four gospels of the Christian New Testament, often used in liturgical services.
From Late Latin 'evangeliarium,' derived from 'evangelium' (gospel) combined with the Latin suffix '-arium.' Medieval churches specifically designated these books for ceremonial reading.
These weren't just books—they were sacred objects treated with reverence, often beautifully bound and placed on special stands during church services, sometimes kissed by priests.
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