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From this reading (1) He reminds his audience, and justly, that it is well at times to pause to inquire concerning the source of articles of their belief; historic fact may become disguised or concealed by accretions of legendary narrative gathered round it: by the various expositions assigned it by commentators of different ages.
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accretions
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From this reading (1) He reminds his audience, and justly, that it is well at times to pause to inquire concerning the source of articles of their belief; historic fact may become disguised or concealed by accretions of legendary narrative gathered round it: by the various expositions assigned it by commentators of different ages.
plural of “age” — how long something has existed
From this reading (1) He reminds his audience, and justly, that it is well at times to pause to inquire concerning the source of articles of their belief; historic fact may become disguised or concealed by accretions of legendary narrative gathered round it: by the various expositions assigned it by commentators of different ages.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading As to this fable which "Millions believe to the letter" he (the Lecturer) proposes to attempt the work of discrimination between truth and legend.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading The chance of joining in fellowship With any that call themselves his friends. (ll.
plural of “article” — nonfictional prose forming an independent part of a publication
From this reading (1) He reminds his audience, and justly, that it is well at times to pause to inquire concerning the source of articles of their belief; historic fact may become disguised or concealed by accretions of legendary narrative gathered round it: by the various expositions assigned it by commentators of different ages.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading As to this fable which "Millions believe to the letter" he (the Lecturer) proposes to attempt the work of discrimination between truth and legend.
assignedadjectiveUS /əˈsaɪnd/
appointed to a post or duty
From this reading (1) He reminds his audience, and justly, that it is well at times to pause to inquire concerning the source of articles of their belief; historic fact may become disguised or concealed by accretions of legendary narrative gathered round it: by the various expositions assigned it by commentators of different ages.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading (1) He reminds his audience, and justly, that it is well at times to pause to inquire concerning the source of articles of their belief; historic fact may become disguised or concealed by accretions of legendary narrative gathered round it: by the various expositions assigned it by commentators of different ages.
earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
From this reading As to this fable which "Millions believe to the letter" he (the Lecturer) proposes to attempt the work of discrimination between truth and legend.
a gathering of spectators or listeners at a (usually public) performance
From this reading (1) He reminds his audience, and justly, that it is well at times to pause to inquire concerning the source of articles of their belief; historic fact may become disguised or concealed by accretions of legendary narrative gathered round it: by the various expositions assigned it by commentators of different ages.
enter or assume a certain state or condition
From this reading (1) He reminds his audience, and justly, that it is well at times to pause to inquire concerning the source of articles of their belief; historic fact may become disguised or concealed by accretions of legendary narrative gathered round it: by the various expositions assigned it by commentators of different ages.
any cognitive content held as true
From this reading (1) He reminds his audience, and justly, that it is well at times to pause to inquire concerning the source of articles of their belief; historic fact may become disguised or concealed by accretions of legendary narrative gathered round it: by the various expositions assigned it by commentators of different ages.
accept as true; take to be true
From this reading As to this fable which "Millions believe to the letter" he (the Lecturer) proposes to attempt the work of discrimination between truth and legend.
in the space, time, or range separating two things
From this reading As to this fable which "Millions believe to the letter" he (the Lecturer) proposes to attempt the work of discrimination between truth and legend.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading (1) He reminds his audience, and justly, that it is well at times to pause to inquire concerning the source of articles of their belief; historic fact may become disguised or concealed by accretions of legendary narrative gathered round it: by the various expositions assigned it by commentators of different ages.
assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading The chance of joining in fellowship With any that call themselves his friends. (ll.
a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances
From this reading The chance of joining in fellowship With any that call themselves his friends. (ll.
a teacher and prophet born in Bethlehem and active in Nazareth; his life and sermons form the basis for Christianity (circa 4 BC - AD 29)
From this reading Hence, entering the Hall, he follows the course of the consumptive Lecturer's reasoning on "the myth of Christ."
commentatorsnounUS /ˈkɑːmənteɪtərz/
plural of “commentator” — an expert who observes and comments on something
From this reading (1) He reminds his audience, and justly, that it is well at times to pause to inquire concerning the source of articles of their belief; historic fact may become disguised or concealed by accretions of legendary narrative gathered round it: by the various expositions assigned it by commentators of different ages.
not accessible to view
From this reading (1) He reminds his audience, and justly, that it is well at times to pause to inquire concerning the source of articles of their belief; historic fact may become disguised or concealed by accretions of legendary narrative gathered round it: by the various expositions assigned it by commentators of different ages.
-ing form of “concern” — be relevant to
From this reading (1) He reminds his audience, and justly, that it is well at times to pause to inquire concerning the source of articles of their belief; historic fact may become disguised or concealed by accretions of legendary narrative gathered round it: by the various expositions assigned it by commentators of different ages.
consumptiveadjective
tending to consume or use often wastefully
From this reading Hence, entering the Hall, he follows the course of the consumptive Lecturer's reasoning on "the myth of Christ."
education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings
From this reading Hence, entering the Hall, he follows the course of the consumptive Lecturer's reasoning on "the myth of Christ."
unlike in nature or quality or form or degree
From this reading (1) He reminds his audience, and justly, that it is well at times to pause to inquire concerning the source of articles of their belief; historic fact may become disguised or concealed by accretions of legendary narrative gathered round it: by the various expositions assigned it by commentators of different ages.
discriminationnounUS /dɪˌskrɪməˈneɪʃən/
unfair treatment of a person or group on the basis of prejudice
From this reading As to this fable which "Millions believe to the letter" he (the Lecturer) proposes to attempt the work of discrimination between truth and legend.
disguisedadjectiveUS /dɪsˈɡaɪzd/
having its true character concealed with the intent of misleading
From this reading (1) He reminds his audience, and justly, that it is well at times to pause to inquire concerning the source of articles of their belief; historic fact may become disguised or concealed by accretions of legendary narrative gathered round it: by the various expositions assigned it by commentators of different ages.
a movement into or inward
From this reading Hence, entering the Hall, he follows the course of the consumptive Lecturer's reasoning on "the myth of Christ."
expositionsnounUS /ˌekspəˈzɪʃənz/
plural of “exposition” — a systematic interpretation or explanation (usually written) of a specific topic
From this reading (1) He reminds his audience, and justly, that it is well at times to pause to inquire concerning the source of articles of their belief; historic fact may become disguised or concealed by accretions of legendary narrative gathered round it: by the various expositions assigned it by commentators of different ages.
fablenounUS /ˈfeɪbəl/
a deliberately false or improbable account
From this reading As to this fable which "Millions believe to the letter" he (the Lecturer) proposes to attempt the work of discrimination between truth and legend.
a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred
From this reading (1) He reminds his audience, and justly, that it is well at times to pause to inquire concerning the source of articles of their belief; historic fact may become disguised or concealed by accretions of legendary narrative gathered round it: by the various expositions assigned it by commentators of different ages.
fellowshipnounUS /ˈfeloʊʃɪp/
an association of people who share common beliefs or activities
From this reading The chance of joining in fellowship With any that call themselves his friends. (ll.
third-person singular of “follow” — to travel behind, go after, come after
From this reading Hence, entering the Hall, he follows the course of the consumptive Lecturer's reasoning on "the myth of Christ."
plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading The chance of joining in fellowship With any that call themselves his friends. (ll.
brought together in one place
From this reading (1) He reminds his audience, and justly, that it is well at times to pause to inquire concerning the source of articles of their belief; historic fact may become disguised or concealed by accretions of legendary narrative gathered round it: by the various expositions assigned it by commentators of different ages.
an interior passage or corridor onto which rooms open
From this reading Hence, entering the Hall, he follows the course of the consumptive Lecturer's reasoning on "the myth of Christ."
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Hence, entering the Hall, he follows the course of the consumptive Lecturer's reasoning on "the myth of Christ."
for this reason
From this reading Hence, entering the Hall, he follows the course of the consumptive Lecturer's reasoning on "the myth of Christ."
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading The chance of joining in fellowship With any that call themselves his friends. (ll.
historicadjectiveUS /hɪˈstɔːrɪk/
belonging to the past; of what is important or famous in the past
From this reading (1) He reminds his audience, and justly, that it is well at times to pause to inquire concerning the source of articles of their belief; historic fact may become disguised or concealed by accretions of legendary narrative gathered round it: by the various expositions assigned it by commentators of different ages.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading The chance of joining in fellowship With any that call themselves his friends. (ll.
inquireverbUS /ˌɪnˈkwaɪr/
address a question to and expect an answer from
From this reading (1) He reminds his audience, and justly, that it is well at times to pause to inquire concerning the source of articles of their belief; historic fact may become disguised or concealed by accretions of legendary narrative gathered round it: by the various expositions assigned it by commentators of different ages.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading (1) He reminds his audience, and justly, that it is well at times to pause to inquire concerning the source of articles of their belief; historic fact may become disguised or concealed by accretions of legendary narrative gathered round it: by the various expositions assigned it by commentators of different ages.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading (1) He reminds his audience, and justly, that it is well at times to pause to inquire concerning the source of articles of their belief; historic fact may become disguised or concealed by accretions of legendary narrative gathered round it: by the various expositions assigned it by commentators of different ages.
joiningnounUS /ˈdʒɔɪnɪŋ/
the act of bringing two things into contact (especially for communication)
From this reading The chance of joining in fellowship With any that call themselves his friends. (ll.
justlyadverbUS /ˈdʒʌstli/
with honesty
From this reading (1) He reminds his audience, and justly, that it is well at times to pause to inquire concerning the source of articles of their belief; historic fact may become disguised or concealed by accretions of legendary narrative gathered round it: by the various expositions assigned it by commentators of different ages.
LecturernounUS /ˈlektʃərər/
a public lecturer at certain universities
From this reading As to this fable which "Millions believe to the letter" he (the Lecturer) proposes to attempt the work of discrimination between truth and legend.
Lecturer's
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From this reading Hence, entering the Hall, he follows the course of the consumptive Lecturer's reasoning on "the myth of Christ."
legendnounUS /ˈledʒənd/
a story about mythical or supernatural beings or events
From this reading As to this fable which "Millions believe to the letter" he (the Lecturer) proposes to attempt the work of discrimination between truth and legend.
legendaryadjectiveUS /ˈledʒənderi/
so celebrated as to having taken on the nature of a legend
From this reading (1) He reminds his audience, and justly, that it is well at times to pause to inquire concerning the source of articles of their belief; historic fact may become disguised or concealed by accretions of legendary narrative gathered round it: by the various expositions assigned it by commentators of different ages.
a written message addressed to a person or organization
From this reading As to this fable which "Millions believe to the letter" he (the Lecturer) proposes to attempt the work of discrimination between truth and legend.
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From this reading The chance of joining in fellowship With any that call themselves his friends. (ll.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading (1) He reminds his audience, and justly, that it is well at times to pause to inquire concerning the source of articles of their belief; historic fact may become disguised or concealed by accretions of legendary narrative gathered round it: by the various expositions assigned it by commentators of different ages.
MillionsnounUS /ˈmɪljənz/
plural of “million” — the number that is represented as a one followed by 6 zeros
From this reading As to this fable which "Millions believe to the letter" he (the Lecturer) proposes to attempt the work of discrimination between truth and legend.
mythnounUS /mɪθ/
a traditional story accepted as history; serves to explain the world view of a people
From this reading Hence, entering the Hall, he follows the course of the consumptive Lecturer's reasoning on "the myth of Christ."
narrativenounUS /ˈnærətɪv/
a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program
From this reading (1) He reminds his audience, and justly, that it is well at times to pause to inquire concerning the source of articles of their belief; historic fact may become disguised or concealed by accretions of legendary narrative gathered round it: by the various expositions assigned it by commentators of different ages.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading The chance of joining in fellowship With any that call themselves his friends. (ll.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Hence, entering the Hall, he follows the course of the consumptive Lecturer's reasoning on "the myth of Christ."
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading (1) He reminds his audience, and justly, that it is well at times to pause to inquire concerning the source of articles of their belief; historic fact may become disguised or concealed by accretions of legendary narrative gathered round it: by the various expositions assigned it by commentators of different ages.
a time interval during which there is a temporary cessation of something
From this reading (1) He reminds his audience, and justly, that it is well at times to pause to inquire concerning the source of articles of their belief; historic fact may become disguised or concealed by accretions of legendary narrative gathered round it: by the various expositions assigned it by commentators of different ages.
proposesverbUS /prəˈpoʊzɪz/
third-person singular of “propose” — make a proposal, declare a plan for something
From this reading As to this fable which "Millions believe to the letter" he (the Lecturer) proposes to attempt the work of discrimination between truth and legend.
reasoningnounUS /ˈriːzənɪŋ/
thinking that is coherent and logical
From this reading Hence, entering the Hall, he follows the course of the consumptive Lecturer's reasoning on "the myth of Christ."
remindsverbUS /riˈmaɪndz/
third-person singular of “remind” — put in the mind of someone
From this reading (1) He reminds his audience, and justly, that it is well at times to pause to inquire concerning the source of articles of their belief; historic fact may become disguised or concealed by accretions of legendary narrative gathered round it: by the various expositions assigned it by commentators of different ages.
a charge of ammunition for a single shot
From this reading (1) He reminds his audience, and justly, that it is well at times to pause to inquire concerning the source of articles of their belief; historic fact may become disguised or concealed by accretions of legendary narrative gathered round it: by the various expositions assigned it by commentators of different ages.
the place where something begins, where it springs into being
From this reading (1) He reminds his audience, and justly, that it is well at times to pause to inquire concerning the source of articles of their belief; historic fact may become disguised or concealed by accretions of legendary narrative gathered round it: by the various expositions assigned it by commentators of different ages.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading The chance of joining in fellowship With any that call themselves his friends. (ll.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The chance of joining in fellowship With any that call themselves his friends. (ll.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading (1) He reminds his audience, and justly, that it is well at times to pause to inquire concerning the source of articles of their belief; historic fact may become disguised or concealed by accretions of legendary narrative gathered round it: by the various expositions assigned it by commentators of different ages.
used when the people doing the action are also its object
From this reading The chance of joining in fellowship With any that call themselves his friends. (ll.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading As to this fable which "Millions believe to the letter" he (the Lecturer) proposes to attempt the work of discrimination between truth and legend.
a more or less definite period of time now or previously present
From this reading (1) He reminds his audience, and justly, that it is well at times to pause to inquire concerning the source of articles of their belief; historic fact may become disguised or concealed by accretions of legendary narrative gathered round it: by the various expositions assigned it by commentators of different ages.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading As to this fable which "Millions believe to the letter" he (the Lecturer) proposes to attempt the work of discrimination between truth and legend.
a fact that has been verified
From this reading As to this fable which "Millions believe to the letter" he (the Lecturer) proposes to attempt the work of discrimination between truth and legend.
of many different kinds purposefully arranged but lacking any uniformity
From this reading (1) He reminds his audience, and justly, that it is well at times to pause to inquire concerning the source of articles of their belief; historic fact may become disguised or concealed by accretions of legendary narrative gathered round it: by the various expositions assigned it by commentators of different ages.
(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)
From this reading (1) He reminds his audience, and justly, that it is well at times to pause to inquire concerning the source of articles of their belief; historic fact may become disguised or concealed by accretions of legendary narrative gathered round it: by the various expositions assigned it by commentators of different ages.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading As to this fable which "Millions believe to the letter" he (the Lecturer) proposes to attempt the work of discrimination between truth and legend.
in the company of; together with
From this reading The chance of joining in fellowship With any that call themselves his friends. (ll.
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading As to this fable which "Millions believe to the letter" he (the Lecturer) proposes to attempt the work of discrimination between truth and legend.
