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Chapter XXIV · Chapter 24

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space-limits of these notes will allow, to undertake to show the origin and meaning of the superstitions in regard to the sun and sunwise movement.
While the origin and meaning of sun-worship has been very fully treated by Sir G.W. Cox, Professor Max Mueller, Professor De Gubernatis, and others, the existence in modern times and among civilized communities of usages which seem to be derived from sun-worship has apparently almost escaped notice.
I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.
Occasionally the dextral circuit is followed in cases in which it is evidently less convenient than the sinistral would be, as in dealing cards in all ordinary games.
Also, who can tell just how large or small an element may depend upon the tradition that the left hand in itself is uncanny without reference to the sun's apparent motion?
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Current superstitions

Chapter XXIV · Chapter 24

Chapter 24 of Current superstitions is here in full — 171 sentences across 35 reading sections, with audio for every sentence and word.

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space-limits of these notes will allow, to undertake to show the origin and meaning of the superstitions in regard to the sun and sunwise movement.
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While the origin and meaning of sun-worship has been very fully treated by Sir G.W. Cox, Professor Max Mueller, Professor De Gubernatis, and others, the existence in modern times and among civilized communities of usages which seem to be derived from sun-worship has apparently almost escaped notice.
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I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.
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Occasionally the dextral circuit is followed in cases in which it is evidently less convenient than the sinistral would be, as in dealing cards in all ordinary games.
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Also, who can tell just how large or small an element may depend upon the tradition that the left hand in itself is uncanny without reference to the sun's apparent motion?

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These definitions explain words found in the current reading and keep every example grounded in its original sentence.

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ceremonial noun US /ˌserəˈmoʊniəl/

a formal event performed on a special occasion

From this reading “I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.”

communities noun US /kəˈmjuːnətiz/

plural of “community” — a group of people living in a particular local area

From this reading “While the origin and meaning of sun-worship has been very fully treated by Sir G.W. Cox, Professor Max Mueller, Professor De Gubernatis, and others, the existence in modern times and among civilized communities of usages which seem to be derived from sun-worship has apparently almost escaped notice.”

Cox noun US /kɑːks/

either of two related enzymes that control the production of prostaglandins and are blocked by aspirin

From this reading “While the origin and meaning of sun-worship has been very fully treated by Sir G.W. Cox, Professor Max Mueller, Professor De Gubernatis, and others, the existence in modern times and among civilized communities of usages which seem to be derived from sun-worship has apparently almost escaped notice.”

origination noun US /ərˌɪdʒəˈneɪʃən/

an event that is a beginning; a first part or stage of subsequent events

From this reading “I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.”

paragraphs noun US /ˈpærəɡræfs/

plural of “paragraph” — one of several distinct subdivisions of a text intended to separate ideas; the beginning is usually marked by a new indented line

From this reading “I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.”

right-handed adjective US /raɪtˈhændɪd/

using or intended for the right hand

From this reading “I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.”

sun's noun US /sʌnz/

possessive form of “sun” — the star that is the source of light and heat for the planets in the solar system

From this reading “Also, who can tell just how large or small an element may depend upon the tradition that the left hand in itself is uncanny without reference to the sun's apparent motion?”

usages noun US /ˈjuːsədʒəz/

plural of “usage” — the act of using

From this reading “While the origin and meaning of sun-worship has been very fully treated by Sir G.W. Cox, Professor Max Mueller, Professor De Gubernatis, and others, the existence in modern times and among civilized communities of usages which seem to be derived from sun-worship has apparently almost escaped notice.”

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From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

158

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From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

1895

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From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

adeterminerUS /ə/

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

actionsnounUS /ˈækʃənz/

plural of “action” — something done (usually as opposed to something said)

From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

alladjectiveUS /ɔːl/

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading Occasionally the dextral circuit is followed in cases in which it is evidently less convenient than the sinistral would be, as in dealing cards in all ordinary games.

allowverbUS /əˈlaʊ/

make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen

From this reading space-limits of these notes will allow, to undertake to show the origin and meaning of the superstitions in regard to the sun and sunwise movement.

almostadverbUS /ˈɔːlmoʊst/

(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but

From this reading While the origin and meaning of sun-worship has been very fully treated by Sir G.W. Cox, Professor Max Mueller, Professor De Gubernatis, and others, the existence in modern times and among civilized communities of usages which seem to be derived from sun-worship has apparently almost escaped notice.

AlsoadverbUS /ˈɔːlsoʊ/

in addition

From this reading Also, who can tell just how large or small an element may depend upon the tradition that the left hand in itself is uncanny without reference to the sun's apparent motion?

amongprepositionUS /əˈmʌŋ/

surrounded by; in the middle of a group

From this reading While the origin and meaning of sun-worship has been very fully treated by Sir G.W. Cox, Professor Max Mueller, Professor De Gubernatis, and others, the existence in modern times and among civilized communities of usages which seem to be derived from sun-worship has apparently almost escaped notice.

andeterminerUS /æn/

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading Also, who can tell just how large or small an element may depend upon the tradition that the left hand in itself is uncanny without reference to the sun's apparent motion?

andconjunctionUS /ənd/

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading space-limits of these notes will allow, to undertake to show the origin and meaning of the superstitions in regard to the sun and sunwise movement.

apparentadjectiveUS /əˈperənt/

clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment

From this reading Also, who can tell just how large or small an element may depend upon the tradition that the left hand in itself is uncanny without reference to the sun's apparent motion?

apparentlyadverbUS /əˈperəntli/

from appearances alone

From this reading While the origin and meaning of sun-worship has been very fully treated by Sir G.W. Cox, Professor Max Mueller, Professor De Gubernatis, and others, the existence in modern times and among civilized communities of usages which seem to be derived from sun-worship has apparently almost escaped notice.

articlenounUS /ˈɑːrtəkəl/

nonfictional prose forming an independent part of a publication

From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

asconjunctionUS /æz/

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading Occasionally the dextral circuit is followed in cases in which it is evidently less convenient than the sinistral would be, as in dealing cards in all ordinary games.

beauxiliary verbUS /biː/

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading While the origin and meaning of sun-worship has been very fully treated by Sir G.W. Cox, Professor Max Mueller, Professor De Gubernatis, and others, the existence in modern times and among civilized communities of usages which seem to be derived from sun-worship has apparently almost escaped notice.

beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/

the past participle of “be”

From this reading While the origin and meaning of sun-worship has been very fully treated by Sir G.W. Cox, Professor Max Mueller, Professor De Gubernatis, and others, the existence in modern times and among civilized communities of usages which seem to be derived from sun-worship has apparently almost escaped notice.

briefadjectiveUS /briːf/

of short duration or distance

From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

byprepositionUS /baɪ/

showing who or what does the action

From this reading While the origin and meaning of sun-worship has been very fully treated by Sir G.W. Cox, Professor Max Mueller, Professor De Gubernatis, and others, the existence in modern times and among civilized communities of usages which seem to be derived from sun-worship has apparently almost escaped notice.

callsnounUS /kɔːlz/

plural of “call” — a telephone connection

From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

canmodal verbUS /kæn/

to be able to, or to be allowed to

From this reading Also, who can tell just how large or small an element may depend upon the tradition that the left hand in itself is uncanny without reference to the sun's apparent motion?

cardsnounUS /kɑːrdz/

a game played with playing cards

From this reading Occasionally the dextral circuit is followed in cases in which it is evidently less convenient than the sinistral would be, as in dealing cards in all ordinary games.

casesnounUS /ˈkeɪsəz/

plural of “case” — an occurrence of something

From this reading Occasionally the dextral circuit is followed in cases in which it is evidently less convenient than the sinistral would be, as in dealing cards in all ordinary games.

ceremonialnounUS /ˌserəˈmoʊniəl/

a formal event performed on a special occasion

From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

circuitnounUS /ˈsɜːrkət/

an electrical device that provides a path for electrical current to flow

From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

civilizedadjectiveUS /ˈsɪvəlaɪzd/

having a high state of culture and development both social and technological

From this reading While the origin and meaning of sun-worship has been very fully treated by Sir G.W. Cox, Professor Max Mueller, Professor De Gubernatis, and others, the existence in modern times and among civilized communities of usages which seem to be derived from sun-worship has apparently almost escaped notice.

communitiesnounUS /kəˈmjuːnətiz/

plural of “community” — a group of people living in a particular local area

From this reading While the origin and meaning of sun-worship has been very fully treated by Sir G.W. Cox, Professor Max Mueller, Professor De Gubernatis, and others, the existence in modern times and among civilized communities of usages which seem to be derived from sun-worship has apparently almost escaped notice.

connectionnounUS /kəˈnekʃən/

a relation between things or events (as in the case of one causing the other or sharing features with it)

From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

conveniencenounUS /kənˈviːnjəns/

the state of being suitable or opportune

From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

convenientadjectiveUS /kənˈviːnjənt/

suited to your comfort or purpose or needs

From this reading Occasionally the dextral circuit is followed in cases in which it is evidently less convenient than the sinistral would be, as in dealing cards in all ordinary games.

CoxnounUS /kɑːks/

either of two related enzymes that control the production of prostaglandins and are blocked by aspirin

From this reading While the origin and meaning of sun-worship has been very fully treated by Sir G.W. Cox, Professor Max Mueller, Professor De Gubernatis, and others, the existence in modern times and among civilized communities of usages which seem to be derived from sun-worship has apparently almost escaped notice.

customsnounUS /ˈkʌstəmz/

money collected under a tariff

From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

DenounUS /diː/

a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies

From this reading While the origin and meaning of sun-worship has been very fully treated by Sir G.W. Cox, Professor Max Mueller, Professor De Gubernatis, and others, the existence in modern times and among civilized communities of usages which seem to be derived from sun-worship has apparently almost escaped notice.

dealingnounUS /ˈdiːlɪŋ/

method or manner of conduct in relation to others

From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

dependverbUS /dɪˈpend/

be contingent upon (something that is elided)

From this reading Also, who can tell just how large or small an element may depend upon the tradition that the left hand in itself is uncanny without reference to the sun's apparent motion?

derivedadjectiveUS /dərˈaɪvd/

formed or developed from something else; not original

From this reading While the origin and meaning of sun-worship has been very fully treated by Sir G.W. Cox, Professor Max Mueller, Professor De Gubernatis, and others, the existence in modern times and among civilized communities of usages which seem to be derived from sun-worship has apparently almost escaped notice.

determineverbUS /dəˈtɜːrmən/

establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study

From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

dextraladjective

of or on the right

From this reading Occasionally the dextral circuit is followed in cases in which it is evidently less convenient than the sinistral would be, as in dealing cards in all ordinary games.

difficultadjectiveUS /ˈdɪfəkəlt/

not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure

From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

directionnounUS /dərˈekʃən/

a line leading to a place or point

From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

Dr

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From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

dueadjectiveUS /duː/

owed and payable immediately or on demand

From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

elementnounUS /ˈeləmənt/

an abstract part of something

From this reading Also, who can tell just how large or small an element may depend upon the tradition that the left hand in itself is uncanny without reference to the sun's apparent motion?

escapedadjectiveUS /ɪˈskeɪpt/

having escaped, especially from confinement

From this reading While the origin and meaning of sun-worship has been very fully treated by Sir G.W. Cox, Professor Max Mueller, Professor De Gubernatis, and others, the existence in modern times and among civilized communities of usages which seem to be derived from sun-worship has apparently almost escaped notice.

evidentlyadverbUS /ˈevədəntli/

unmistakably (“plain” is often used informally for “plainly”)

From this reading Occasionally the dextral circuit is followed in cases in which it is evidently less convenient than the sinistral would be, as in dealing cards in all ordinary games.

existencenounUS /eɡˈzɪstəns/

the state or fact of existing

From this reading While the origin and meaning of sun-worship has been very fully treated by Sir G.W. Cox, Professor Max Mueller, Professor De Gubernatis, and others, the existence in modern times and among civilized communities of usages which seem to be derived from sun-worship has apparently almost escaped notice.

factornounUS /ˈfæktər/

anything that contributes causally to a result

From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

fewadjectiveUS /fjuː/

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number

From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

Fewkes

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

followedverbUS /ˈfɑːloʊd/

past form of “follow” — to travel behind, go after, come after

From this reading Occasionally the dextral circuit is followed in cases in which it is evidently less convenient than the sinistral would be, as in dealing cards in all ordinary games.

forprepositionUS /fɔːr/

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

fromprepositionUS /frʌm/

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading While the origin and meaning of sun-worship has been very fully treated by Sir G.W. Cox, Professor Max Mueller, Professor De Gubernatis, and others, the existence in modern times and among civilized communities of usages which seem to be derived from sun-worship has apparently almost escaped notice.

fullyadverbUS /ˈfʊli/

to the greatest degree or extent; completely or entirely; (“full” in this sense is used as a combining form)

From this reading While the origin and meaning of sun-worship has been very fully treated by Sir G.W. Cox, Professor Max Mueller, Professor De Gubernatis, and others, the existence in modern times and among civilized communities of usages which seem to be derived from sun-worship has apparently almost escaped notice.

GnounUS /dʒiː/

a metric unit of weight equal to one thousandth of a kilogram

From this reading While the origin and meaning of sun-worship has been very fully treated by Sir G.W. Cox, Professor Max Mueller, Professor De Gubernatis, and others, the existence in modern times and among civilized communities of usages which seem to be derived from sun-worship has apparently almost escaped notice.

gamesnounUS /ɡeɪmz/

plural of “game” — a contest with rules to determine a winner

From this reading Occasionally the dextral circuit is followed in cases in which it is evidently less convenient than the sinistral would be, as in dealing cards in all ordinary games.

greateradjectiveUS /ˈɡreɪtər/

greater in size or importance or degree

From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

Gubernatis

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading While the origin and meaning of sun-worship has been very fully treated by Sir G.W. Cox, Professor Max Mueller, Professor De Gubernatis, and others, the existence in modern times and among civilized communities of usages which seem to be derived from sun-worship has apparently almost escaped notice.

handnounUS /hænd/

the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb

From this reading Also, who can tell just how large or small an element may depend upon the tradition that the left hand in itself is uncanny without reference to the sun's apparent motion?

hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/

the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading While the origin and meaning of sun-worship has been very fully treated by Sir G.W. Cox, Professor Max Mueller, Professor De Gubernatis, and others, the existence in modern times and among civilized communities of usages which seem to be derived from sun-worship has apparently almost escaped notice.

how

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Also, who can tell just how large or small an element may depend upon the tradition that the left hand in itself is uncanny without reference to the sun's apparent motion?

IpronounUS /aɪ/

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

inprepositionUS /ɪn/

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading space-limits of these notes will allow, to undertake to show the origin and meaning of the superstitions in regard to the sun and sunwise movement.

involvedadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈvɑːlvd/

connected by participation or association or use

From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

isauxiliary verbUS /ɪz/

the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

itpronounUS /ɪt/

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

itselfpronounUS /ˌɪtˈself/

used when the thing doing the action is also its object

From this reading Also, who can tell just how large or small an element may depend upon the tradition that the left hand in itself is uncanny without reference to the sun's apparent motion?

JunenounUS /dʒuːn/

the month following May and preceding July

From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

justadverbUS /dʒʌst/

and nothing more

From this reading Also, who can tell just how large or small an element may depend upon the tradition that the left hand in itself is uncanny without reference to the sun's apparent motion?

largeadjectiveUS /lɑːrdʒ/

above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

leftnounUS /left/

location near or direction toward the left side; i.e. the side to the north when a person or object faces east

From this reading Also, who can tell just how large or small an element may depend upon the tradition that the left hand in itself is uncanny without reference to the sun's apparent motion?

lessadverbUS /les/

used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs

From this reading Occasionally the dextral circuit is followed in cases in which it is evidently less convenient than the sinistral would be, as in dealing cards in all ordinary games.

MaxnounUS /mæks/

street names for gamma hydroxybutyrate

From this reading While the origin and meaning of sun-worship has been very fully treated by Sir G.W. Cox, Professor Max Mueller, Professor De Gubernatis, and others, the existence in modern times and among civilized communities of usages which seem to be derived from sun-worship has apparently almost escaped notice.

maymodal verbUS /meɪ/

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading Also, who can tell just how large or small an element may depend upon the tradition that the left hand in itself is uncanny without reference to the sun's apparent motion?

meaningnounUS /ˈmiːnɪŋ/

the message that is intended or expressed or signified

From this reading space-limits of these notes will allow, to undertake to show the origin and meaning of the superstitions in regard to the sun and sunwise movement.

modernadjectiveUS /ˈmɑːdərn/

belonging to the modern era; since the Middle Ages

From this reading While the origin and meaning of sun-worship has been very fully treated by Sir G.W. Cox, Professor Max Mueller, Professor De Gubernatis, and others, the existence in modern times and among civilized communities of usages which seem to be derived from sun-worship has apparently almost escaped notice.

MonthlynounUS /ˈmʌnθli/

a periodical that is published every month (or 12 issues per year)

From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

motionnounUS /ˈmoʊʃən/

the use of movements (especially of the hands) to communicate familiar or prearranged signals

From this reading Also, who can tell just how large or small an element may depend upon the tradition that the left hand in itself is uncanny without reference to the sun's apparent motion?

movementnounUS /ˈmuːvmənt/

a change of position that does not entail a change of location

From this reading space-limits of these notes will allow, to undertake to show the origin and meaning of the superstitions in regard to the sun and sunwise movement.

movingadjectiveUS /ˈmuːvɪŋ/

in motion

From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

Mueller

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From this reading While the origin and meaning of sun-worship has been very fully treated by Sir G.W. Cox, Professor Max Mueller, Professor De Gubernatis, and others, the existence in modern times and among civilized communities of usages which seem to be derived from sun-worship has apparently almost escaped notice.

mydeterminerUS /maɪ/

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

notesnounUS /noʊts/

plural of “note” — a brief written record

From this reading space-limits of these notes will allow, to undertake to show the origin and meaning of the superstitions in regard to the sun and sunwise movement.

noticenounUS /ˈnoʊtəs/

an announcement containing information about an event

From this reading While the origin and meaning of sun-worship has been very fully treated by Sir G.W. Cox, Professor Max Mueller, Professor De Gubernatis, and others, the existence in modern times and among civilized communities of usages which seem to be derived from sun-worship has apparently almost escaped notice.

OccasionallyadverbUS /əˈkeɪʒənəli/

sporadically and infrequently

From this reading Occasionally the dextral circuit is followed in cases in which it is evidently less convenient than the sinistral would be, as in dealing cards in all ordinary games.

ofprepositionUS /ʌv/

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading space-limits of these notes will allow, to undertake to show the origin and meaning of the superstitions in regard to the sun and sunwise movement.

onprepositionUS /ɑːn/

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

orconjunctionUS /ɔːr/

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

ordinarynounUS /ˈɔːrdəneri/

a judge of a probate court

From this reading Occasionally the dextral circuit is followed in cases in which it is evidently less convenient than the sinistral would be, as in dealing cards in all ordinary games.

originnounUS /ˈɔːrədʒən/

the place where something begins, where it springs into being

From this reading space-limits of these notes will allow, to undertake to show the origin and meaning of the superstitions in regard to the sun and sunwise movement.

originationnounUS /ərˌɪdʒəˈneɪʃən/

an event that is a beginning; a first part or stage of subsequent events

From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

others

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From this reading While the origin and meaning of sun-worship has been very fully treated by Sir G.W. Cox, Professor Max Mueller, Professor De Gubernatis, and others, the existence in modern times and among civilized communities of usages which seem to be derived from sun-worship has apparently almost escaped notice.

paragraphsnounUS /ˈpærəɡræfs/

plural of “paragraph” — one of several distinct subdivisions of a text intended to separate ideas; the beginning is usually marked by a new indented line

From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

PopularadjectiveUS /ˈpɑːpjələr/

regarded with great favor, approval, or affection especially by the general public

From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

ProfessornounUS /prəˈfesər/

someone who is a member of the faculty at a college or university

From this reading While the origin and meaning of sun-worship has been very fully treated by Sir G.W. Cox, Professor Max Mueller, Professor De Gubernatis, and others, the existence in modern times and among civilized communities of usages which seem to be derived from sun-worship has apparently almost escaped notice.

quoteverbUS /kwoʊt/

repeat a passage from

From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

referencenounUS /ˈrefərəns/

a remark that calls attention to something or someone

From this reading Also, who can tell just how large or small an element may depend upon the tradition that the left hand in itself is uncanny without reference to the sun's apparent motion?

regardnounUS /rɪˈɡɑːrd/

(usually preceded by “in”) a detail or point

From this reading space-limits of these notes will allow, to undertake to show the origin and meaning of the superstitions in regard to the sun and sunwise movement.

right-handedadjectiveUS /raɪtˈhændɪd/

using or intended for the right hand

From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

SciencenounUS /ˈsaɪəns/

a particular branch of scientific knowledge

From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

seemverbUS /siːm/

give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading While the origin and meaning of sun-worship has been very fully treated by Sir G.W. Cox, Professor Max Mueller, Professor De Gubernatis, and others, the existence in modern times and among civilized communities of usages which seem to be derived from sun-worship has apparently almost escaped notice.

showverbUS /ʃoʊ/

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading space-limits of these notes will allow, to undertake to show the origin and meaning of the superstitions in regard to the sun and sunwise movement.

sinistraladjective

of or on the left

From this reading Occasionally the dextral circuit is followed in cases in which it is evidently less convenient than the sinistral would be, as in dealing cards in all ordinary games.

SirnounUS /sɜːr/

term of address for a man

From this reading While the origin and meaning of sun-worship has been very fully treated by Sir G.W. Cox, Professor Max Mueller, Professor De Gubernatis, and others, the existence in modern times and among civilized communities of usages which seem to be derived from sun-worship has apparently almost escaped notice.

smalladjectiveUS /smɔːl/

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

space-limits

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From this reading space-limits of these notes will allow, to undertake to show the origin and meaning of the superstitions in regard to the sun and sunwise movement.

subjectnounUS /səbˈdʒekt/

the subject matter of a conversation or discussion

From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

sunnounUS /sʌn/

the star that is the source of light and heat for the planets in the solar system

From this reading space-limits of these notes will allow, to undertake to show the origin and meaning of the superstitions in regard to the sun and sunwise movement.

sun'snounUS /sʌnz/

possessive form of “sun” — the star that is the source of light and heat for the planets in the solar system

From this reading Also, who can tell just how large or small an element may depend upon the tradition that the left hand in itself is uncanny without reference to the sun's apparent motion?

sun-worshipnoun

the worship of the sun

From this reading While the origin and meaning of sun-worship has been very fully treated by Sir G.W. Cox, Professor Max Mueller, Professor De Gubernatis, and others, the existence in modern times and among civilized communities of usages which seem to be derived from sun-worship has apparently almost escaped notice.

sunwise

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From this reading space-limits of these notes will allow, to undertake to show the origin and meaning of the superstitions in regard to the sun and sunwise movement.

superstitionsnounUS /ˌsuːpərˈstɪʃənz/

plural of “superstition” — an irrational belief arising from ignorance or fear

From this reading space-limits of these notes will allow, to undertake to show the origin and meaning of the superstitions in regard to the sun and sunwise movement.

tellverbUS /tel/

express in words

From this reading Also, who can tell just how large or small an element may depend upon the tradition that the left hand in itself is uncanny without reference to the sun's apparent motion?

thanconjunctionUS /ðæn/

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading Occasionally the dextral circuit is followed in cases in which it is evidently less convenient than the sinistral would be, as in dealing cards in all ordinary games.

thatconjunctionUS /ðæt/

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

thedeterminerUS /ðə/

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading space-limits of these notes will allow, to undertake to show the origin and meaning of the superstitions in regard to the sun and sunwise movement.

thesedeterminerUS /ðiːz/

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading space-limits of these notes will allow, to undertake to show the origin and meaning of the superstitions in regard to the sun and sunwise movement.

thisdeterminerUS /ðɪs/

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

timesnounUS /taɪmz/

a more or less definite period of time now or previously present

From this reading While the origin and meaning of sun-worship has been very fully treated by Sir G.W. Cox, Professor Max Mueller, Professor De Gubernatis, and others, the existence in modern times and among civilized communities of usages which seem to be derived from sun-worship has apparently almost escaped notice.

toparticleUS /tuː/

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading space-limits of these notes will allow, to undertake to show the origin and meaning of the superstitions in regard to the sun and sunwise movement.

traditionnounUS /trəˈdɪʃən/

an inherited pattern of thought or action

From this reading Also, who can tell just how large or small an element may depend upon the tradition that the left hand in itself is uncanny without reference to the sun's apparent motion?

treatedadjectiveUS /ˈtriːtɪd/

subjected to a physical (or chemical) treatment or action or agent

From this reading While the origin and meaning of sun-worship has been very fully treated by Sir G.W. Cox, Professor Max Mueller, Professor De Gubernatis, and others, the existence in modern times and among civilized communities of usages which seem to be derived from sun-worship has apparently almost escaped notice.

uncannyadjectiveUS /ənˈkæni/

suggesting the operation of supernatural influences

From this reading Also, who can tell just how large or small an element may depend upon the tradition that the left hand in itself is uncanny without reference to the sun's apparent motion?

undertakeverbUS /ˈʌndərteɪk/

enter upon an activity or enterprise

From this reading space-limits of these notes will allow, to undertake to show the origin and meaning of the superstitions in regard to the sun and sunwise movement.

uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/

a formal word for “on”

From this reading Also, who can tell just how large or small an element may depend upon the tradition that the left hand in itself is uncanny without reference to the sun's apparent motion?

usagesnounUS /ˈjuːsədʒəz/

plural of “usage” — the act of using

From this reading While the origin and meaning of sun-worship has been very fully treated by Sir G.W. Cox, Professor Max Mueller, Professor De Gubernatis, and others, the existence in modern times and among civilized communities of usages which seem to be derived from sun-worship has apparently almost escaped notice.

valuenounUS /ˈvæljuː/

a numerical quantity measured or assigned or computed

From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

veryadjectiveUS /ˈveri/

precisely as stated

From this reading While the origin and meaning of sun-worship has been very fully treated by Sir G.W. Cox, Professor Max Mueller, Professor De Gubernatis, and others, the existence in modern times and among civilized communities of usages which seem to be derived from sun-worship has apparently almost escaped notice.

WnounUS /ˈdʌbəljuː/

a heavy grey-white metallic element; the pure form is used mainly in electrical applications; it is found in several ores including wolframite and scheelite

From this reading While the origin and meaning of sun-worship has been very fully treated by Sir G.W. Cox, Professor Max Mueller, Professor De Gubernatis, and others, the existence in modern times and among civilized communities of usages which seem to be derived from sun-worship has apparently almost escaped notice.

whatpronounUS /wʌt/

used to ask for information about something

From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

whetherconjunctionUS /ˈweðər/

used to introduce two or more possibilities

From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

whichpronounUS /wɪtʃ/

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading While the origin and meaning of sun-worship has been very fully treated by Sir G.W. Cox, Professor Max Mueller, Professor De Gubernatis, and others, the existence in modern times and among civilized communities of usages which seem to be derived from sun-worship has apparently almost escaped notice.

WhileconjunctionUS /waɪl/

during the time that

From this reading While the origin and meaning of sun-worship has been very fully treated by Sir G.W. Cox, Professor Max Mueller, Professor De Gubernatis, and others, the existence in modern times and among civilized communities of usages which seem to be derived from sun-worship has apparently almost escaped notice.

whopronounUS /huː/

which person or people

From this reading Also, who can tell just how large or small an element may depend upon the tradition that the left hand in itself is uncanny without reference to the sun's apparent motion?

willmodal verbUS /wɪl/

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading space-limits of these notes will allow, to undertake to show the origin and meaning of the superstitions in regard to the sun and sunwise movement.

withprepositionUS /wɪð/

in the company of; together with

From this reading I quote in this connection a few paragraphs from my brief article on this subject in the _Popular Science Monthly_ for June, 1895:-- "In dealing with the origination of actions or customs in which is involved what Dr. Fewkes calls the ceremonial circuit,[158-1] it is difficult to determine the value of the factor, whether it be large or small, that is due to the greater convenience of moving in a right-handed direction.

withoutprepositionUS /wɪˈθaʊt/

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading Also, who can tell just how large or small an element may depend upon the tradition that the left hand in itself is uncanny without reference to the sun's apparent motion?

wouldmodal verbUS /wʊd/

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading Occasionally the dextral circuit is followed in cases in which it is evidently less convenient than the sinistral would be, as in dealing cards in all ordinary games.

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