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Angelus

Bell rung three times a day - at dawn, noon, and sunset - to mark a time of prayer. The practice was first introduced into the Christian church in 1326.

Its name is derived from ‘Angelus Domini’, the angelic salutation to the Virgin Mary with which the prayers begin.



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The three times that the Angelus bells call me to prayer are opportunities for conversion and peace.
For whom the bell tolls: the Angelus can slow down even the most ... by Stagnaro, Angelo / U.S. Catholic
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A recent trip to Ireland reminded me of the custom, because Radio Telifis Eireann, the state television station, displays an image of Mary and her child, and rings the Angelus bell each day at 6 p m.
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