Chapter XXX

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

From this reading A true contrast to the fury and discord without, was the scene within the prison.

higher than, or over, something

From this reading Peace, serenity, cheerfulness, and joy reigned there; and the rough stone walls and vaults re-echoed to the chant of psalmody, in which Pancratius was precentor, and in which depth called out to depth; for the prisoners in the lower dungeon responded to those above, and kept up the alternation of verses, in those psalms which the circumstances naturally suggested.

inflected form of “admit” — declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of

From this reading The friends of the intended victims were admitted to see them; and the Christians boldly took full advantage of the permission to flock to the prison, and commend themselves to the prayers of the blessed confessors of Christ.

the quality of having a superior or more favorable position

From this reading The friends of the intended victims were admitted to see them; and the Christians boldly took full advantage of the permission to flock to the prison, and commend themselves to the prayers of the blessed confessors of Christ.

successive change from one thing or state to another and back again

From this reading Peace, serenity, cheerfulness, and joy reigned there; and the rough stone walls and vaults re-echoed to the chant of psalmody, in which Pancratius was precentor, and in which depth called out to depth; for the prisoners in the lower dungeon responded to those above, and kept up the alternation of verses, in those psalms which the circumstances naturally suggested.

at all times; all the time and on every occasion

From this reading The eve of “fighting with,” that is being torn to pieces by, wild beasts, was always a day of greater liberty.

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

From this reading A true contrast to the fury and discord without, was the scene within the prison.

plural of “beast” — a living organism characterized by voluntary movement

From this reading The eve of “fighting with,” that is being torn to pieces by, wild beasts, was always a day of greater liberty.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading The eve of “fighting with,” that is being torn to pieces by, wild beasts, was always a day of greater liberty.

highly favored or fortunate (as e.g. by divine grace)

From this reading The friends of the intended victims were admitted to see them; and the Christians boldly took full advantage of the permission to flock to the prison, and commend themselves to the prayers of the blessed confessors of Christ.

with boldness, in a bold manner

From this reading The friends of the intended victims were admitted to see them; and the Christians boldly took full advantage of the permission to flock to the prison, and commend themselves to the prayers of the blessed confessors of Christ.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading The eve of “fighting with,” that is being torn to pieces by, wild beasts, was always a day of greater liberty.

past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading Peace, serenity, cheerfulness, and joy reigned there; and the rough stone walls and vaults re-echoed to the chant of psalmody, in which Pancratius was precentor, and in which depth called out to depth; for the prisoners in the lower dungeon responded to those above, and kept up the alternation of verses, in those psalms which the circumstances naturally suggested.

recite with musical intonation; recite as a chant or a psalm

From this reading Peace, serenity, cheerfulness, and joy reigned there; and the rough stone walls and vaults re-echoed to the chant of psalmody, in which Pancratius was precentor, and in which depth called out to depth; for the prisoners in the lower dungeon responded to those above, and kept up the alternation of verses, in those psalms which the circumstances naturally suggested.

the quality of being cheerful and dispelling gloom

From this reading Peace, serenity, cheerfulness, and joy reigned there; and the rough stone walls and vaults re-echoed to the chant of psalmody, in which Pancratius was precentor, and in which depth called out to depth; for the prisoners in the lower dungeon responded to those above, and kept up the alternation of verses, in those psalms which the circumstances naturally suggested.

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 The friends of the intended victims were admitted to see them; and the Christians boldly took full advantage of the permission to flock to the prison, and commend themselves to the prayers of the blessed confessors of Christ.

plural of “christian” — a religious person who believes Jesus is the Christ and who is a member of a Christian denomination

From this reading The friends of the intended victims were admitted to see them; and the Christians boldly took full advantage of the permission to flock to the prison, and commend themselves to the prayers of the blessed confessors of Christ.

your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you)

From this reading Peace, serenity, cheerfulness, and joy reigned there; and the rough stone walls and vaults re-echoed to the chant of psalmody, in which Pancratius was precentor, and in which depth called out to depth; for the prisoners in the lower dungeon responded to those above, and kept up the alternation of verses, in those psalms which the circumstances naturally suggested.

express approval of

From this reading The friends of the intended victims were admitted to see them; and the Christians boldly took full advantage of the permission to flock to the prison, and commend themselves to the prayers of the blessed confessors of Christ.

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From this reading The friends of the intended victims were admitted to see them; and the Christians boldly took full advantage of the permission to flock to the prison, and commend themselves to the prayers of the blessed confessors of Christ.

the opposition or dissimilarity of things that are compared

From this reading A true contrast to the fury and discord without, was the scene within the prison.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading The eve of “fighting with,” that is being torn to pieces by, wild beasts, was always a day of greater liberty.

the extent downward or backward or inward

From this reading Peace, serenity, cheerfulness, and joy reigned there; and the rough stone walls and vaults re-echoed to the chant of psalmody, in which Pancratius was precentor, and in which depth called out to depth; for the prisoners in the lower dungeon responded to those above, and kept up the alternation of verses, in those psalms which the circumstances naturally suggested.

lack of agreement or harmony

From this reading A true contrast to the fury and discord without, was the scene within the prison.

the main tower within the walls of a medieval castle or fortress

From this reading Peace, serenity, cheerfulness, and joy reigned there; and the rough stone walls and vaults re-echoed to the chant of psalmody, in which Pancratius was precentor, and in which depth called out to depth; for the prisoners in the lower dungeon responded to those above, and kept up the alternation of verses, in those psalms which the circumstances naturally suggested.

(Old Testament) Adam's wife in Judeo-Christian mythology: the first woman and mother of the human race; God created Eve from Adam's rib and placed Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden

From this reading The eve of “fighting with,” that is being torn to pieces by, wild beasts, was always a day of greater liberty.

the act of fighting; any contest or struggle

From this reading The eve of “fighting with,” that is being torn to pieces by, wild beasts, was always a day of greater liberty.

a church congregation guided by a pastor

From this reading The friends of the intended victims were admitted to see them; and the Christians boldly took full advantage of the permission to flock to the prison, and commend themselves to the prayers of the blessed confessors of Christ.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Peace, serenity, cheerfulness, and joy reigned there; and the rough stone walls and vaults re-echoed to the chant of psalmody, in which Pancratius was precentor, and in which depth called out to depth; for the prisoners in the lower dungeon responded to those above, and kept up the alternation of verses, in those psalms which the circumstances naturally suggested.

plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading The friends of the intended victims were admitted to see them; and the Christians boldly took full advantage of the permission to flock to the prison, and commend themselves to the prayers of the blessed confessors of Christ.

containing as much or as many as is possible or normal

From this reading The friends of the intended victims were admitted to see them; and the Christians boldly took full advantage of the permission to flock to the prison, and commend themselves to the prayers of the blessed confessors of Christ.

a feeling of intense anger

From this reading A true contrast to the fury and discord without, was the scene within the prison.

greater in size or importance or degree

From this reading The eve of “fighting with,” that is being torn to pieces by, wild beasts, was always a day of greater liberty.

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

From this reading Peace, serenity, cheerfulness, and joy reigned there; and the rough stone walls and vaults re-echoed to the chant of psalmody, in which Pancratius was precentor, and in which depth called out to depth; for the prisoners in the lower dungeon responded to those above, and kept up the alternation of verses, in those psalms which the circumstances naturally suggested.

resulting from one's intentions

From this reading The friends of the intended victims were admitted to see them; and the Christians boldly took full advantage of the permission to flock to the prison, and commend themselves to the prayers of the blessed confessors of Christ.

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

From this reading The eve of “fighting with,” that is being torn to pieces by, wild beasts, was always a day of greater liberty.

the emotion of great happiness

From this reading Peace, serenity, cheerfulness, and joy reigned there; and the rough stone walls and vaults re-echoed to the chant of psalmody, in which Pancratius was precentor, and in which depth called out to depth; for the prisoners in the lower dungeon responded to those above, and kept up the alternation of verses, in those psalms which the circumstances naturally suggested.

(especially of promises or contracts) not violated or disregarded

From this reading Peace, serenity, cheerfulness, and joy reigned there; and the rough stone walls and vaults re-echoed to the chant of psalmody, in which Pancratius was precentor, and in which depth called out to depth; for the prisoners in the lower dungeon responded to those above, and kept up the alternation of verses, in those psalms which the circumstances naturally suggested.

The state of being free within society from oppressive restrictions on one's way of life.

From this reading The eve of “fighting with,” that is being torn to pieces by, wild beasts, was always a day of greater liberty.

move something or somebody to a lower position

From this reading Peace, serenity, cheerfulness, and joy reigned there; and the rough stone walls and vaults re-echoed to the chant of psalmody, in which Pancratius was precentor, and in which depth called out to depth; for the prisoners in the lower dungeon responded to those above, and kept up the alternation of verses, in those psalms which the circumstances naturally suggested.

as might be expected

From this reading Peace, serenity, cheerfulness, and joy reigned there; and the rough stone walls and vaults re-echoed to the chant of psalmody, in which Pancratius was precentor, and in which depth called out to depth; for the prisoners in the lower dungeon responded to those above, and kept up the alternation of verses, in those psalms which the circumstances naturally suggested.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Peace, serenity, cheerfulness, and joy reigned there; and the rough stone walls and vaults re-echoed to the chant of psalmody, in which Pancratius was precentor, and in which depth called out to depth; for the prisoners in the lower dungeon responded to those above, and kept up the alternation of verses, in those psalms which the circumstances naturally suggested.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading Peace, serenity, cheerfulness, and joy reigned there; and the rough stone walls and vaults re-echoed to the chant of psalmody, in which Pancratius was precentor, and in which depth called out to depth; for the prisoners in the lower dungeon responded to those above, and kept up the alternation of verses, in those psalms which the circumstances naturally suggested.

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

From this reading Peace, serenity, cheerfulness, and joy reigned there; and the rough stone walls and vaults re-echoed to the chant of psalmody, in which Pancratius was precentor, and in which depth called out to depth; for the prisoners in the lower dungeon responded to those above, and kept up the alternation of verses, in those psalms which the circumstances naturally suggested.

the state prevailing during the absence of war

From this reading Peace, serenity, cheerfulness, and joy reigned there; and the rough stone walls and vaults re-echoed to the chant of psalmody, in which Pancratius was precentor, and in which depth called out to depth; for the prisoners in the lower dungeon responded to those above, and kept up the alternation of verses, in those psalms which the circumstances naturally suggested.

approval to do something

From this reading The friends of the intended victims were admitted to see them; and the Christians boldly took full advantage of the permission to flock to the prison, and commend themselves to the prayers of the blessed confessors of Christ.

plural of “piece” — a separate part of a whole

From this reading The eve of “fighting with,” that is being torn to pieces by, wild beasts, was always a day of greater liberty.

plural of “prayer” — the act of communicating with a deity (especially as a petition or in adoration or contrition or thanksgiving)

From this reading The friends of the intended victims were admitted to see them; and the Christians boldly took full advantage of the permission to flock to the prison, and commend themselves to the prayers of the blessed confessors of Christ.

the musical director of a choir

From this reading Peace, serenity, cheerfulness, and joy reigned there; and the rough stone walls and vaults re-echoed to the chant of psalmody, in which Pancratius was precentor, and in which depth called out to depth; for the prisoners in the lower dungeon responded to those above, and kept up the alternation of verses, in those psalms which the circumstances naturally suggested.

a correctional institution where persons are confined while on trial or for punishment

From this reading A true contrast to the fury and discord without, was the scene within the prison.

plural of “prisoner” — a person who is confined; especially a prisoner of war

From this reading Peace, serenity, cheerfulness, and joy reigned there; and the rough stone walls and vaults re-echoed to the chant of psalmody, in which Pancratius was precentor, and in which depth called out to depth; for the prisoners in the lower dungeon responded to those above, and kept up the alternation of verses, in those psalms which the circumstances naturally suggested.

the act of singing psalms or hymns

From this reading Peace, serenity, cheerfulness, and joy reigned there; and the rough stone walls and vaults re-echoed to the chant of psalmody, in which Pancratius was precentor, and in which depth called out to depth; for the prisoners in the lower dungeon responded to those above, and kept up the alternation of verses, in those psalms which the circumstances naturally suggested.

an Old Testament book consisting of a collection of 150 Psalms

From this reading Peace, serenity, cheerfulness, and joy reigned there; and the rough stone walls and vaults re-echoed to the chant of psalmody, in which Pancratius was precentor, and in which depth called out to depth; for the prisoners in the lower dungeon responded to those above, and kept up the alternation of verses, in those psalms which the circumstances naturally suggested.

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

From this reading Peace, serenity, cheerfulness, and joy reigned there; and the rough stone walls and vaults re-echoed to the chant of psalmody, in which Pancratius was precentor, and in which depth called out to depth; for the prisoners in the lower dungeon responded to those above, and kept up the alternation of verses, in those psalms which the circumstances naturally suggested.

past form of “reign” — have sovereign power

From this reading Peace, serenity, cheerfulness, and joy reigned there; and the rough stone walls and vaults re-echoed to the chant of psalmody, in which Pancratius was precentor, and in which depth called out to depth; for the prisoners in the lower dungeon responded to those above, and kept up the alternation of verses, in those psalms which the circumstances naturally suggested.

past form of “respond” — show a response or a reaction to something

From this reading Peace, serenity, cheerfulness, and joy reigned there; and the rough stone walls and vaults re-echoed to the chant of psalmody, in which Pancratius was precentor, and in which depth called out to depth; for the prisoners in the lower dungeon responded to those above, and kept up the alternation of verses, in those psalms which the circumstances naturally suggested.

having or caused by an irregular surface

From this reading Peace, serenity, cheerfulness, and joy reigned there; and the rough stone walls and vaults re-echoed to the chant of psalmody, in which Pancratius was precentor, and in which depth called out to depth; for the prisoners in the lower dungeon responded to those above, and kept up the alternation of verses, in those psalms which the circumstances naturally suggested.

the place where some action occurs

From this reading A true contrast to the fury and discord without, was the scene within the prison.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading The friends of the intended victims were admitted to see them; and the Christians boldly took full advantage of the permission to flock to the prison, and commend themselves to the prayers of the blessed confessors of Christ.

The state of being calm, peaceful, and untroubled by external storms.

From this reading Peace, serenity, cheerfulness, and joy reigned there; and the rough stone walls and vaults re-echoed to the chant of psalmody, in which Pancratius was precentor, and in which depth called out to depth; for the prisoners in the lower dungeon responded to those above, and kept up the alternation of verses, in those psalms which the circumstances naturally suggested.

a lump or mass of hard consolidated mineral matter

From this reading Peace, serenity, cheerfulness, and joy reigned there; and the rough stone walls and vaults re-echoed to the chant of psalmody, in which Pancratius was precentor, and in which depth called out to depth; for the prisoners in the lower dungeon responded to those above, and kept up the alternation of verses, in those psalms which the circumstances naturally suggested.

past form of “suggest” — make a proposal, declare a plan for something

From this reading Peace, serenity, cheerfulness, and joy reigned there; and the rough stone walls and vaults re-echoed to the chant of psalmody, in which Pancratius was precentor, and in which depth called out to depth; for the prisoners in the lower dungeon responded to those above, and kept up the alternation of verses, in those psalms which the circumstances naturally suggested.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading The eve of “fighting with,” that is being torn to pieces by, wild beasts, was always a day of greater liberty.

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

From this reading THE VIATICUM.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading The friends of the intended victims were admitted to see them; and the Christians boldly took full advantage of the permission to flock to the prison, and commend themselves to the prayers of the blessed confessors of Christ.

used when the people doing the action are also its object

From this reading The friends of the intended victims were admitted to see them; and the Christians boldly took full advantage of the permission to flock to the prison, and commend themselves to the prayers of the blessed confessors of Christ.

in or at that place or location

From this reading Peace, serenity, cheerfulness, and joy reigned there; and the rough stone walls and vaults re-echoed to the chant of psalmody, in which Pancratius was precentor, and in which depth called out to depth; for the prisoners in the lower dungeon responded to those above, and kept up the alternation of verses, in those psalms which the circumstances naturally suggested.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading Peace, serenity, cheerfulness, and joy reigned there; and the rough stone walls and vaults re-echoed to the chant of psalmody, in which Pancratius was precentor, and in which depth called out to depth; for the prisoners in the lower dungeon responded to those above, and kept up the alternation of verses, in those psalms which the circumstances naturally suggested.

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

From this reading A true contrast to the fury and discord without, was the scene within the prison.

inflected form of “take” — carry out

From this reading The friends of the intended victims were admitted to see them; and the Christians boldly took full advantage of the permission to flock to the prison, and commend themselves to the prayers of the blessed confessors of Christ.

having edges that are jagged from injury

From this reading The eve of “fighting with,” that is being torn to pieces by, wild beasts, was always a day of greater liberty.

consistent with fact or reality; not false

From this reading A true contrast to the fury and discord without, was the scene within the prison.

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading Peace, serenity, cheerfulness, and joy reigned there; and the rough stone walls and vaults re-echoed to the chant of psalmody, in which Pancratius was precentor, and in which depth called out to depth; for the prisoners in the lower dungeon responded to those above, and kept up the alternation of verses, in those psalms which the circumstances naturally suggested.

plural of “vault” — a burial chamber (usually underground)

From this reading Peace, serenity, cheerfulness, and joy reigned there; and the rough stone walls and vaults re-echoed to the chant of psalmody, in which Pancratius was precentor, and in which depth called out to depth; for the prisoners in the lower dungeon responded to those above, and kept up the alternation of verses, in those psalms which the circumstances naturally suggested.

plural of “verse” — literature in metrical form

From this reading Peace, serenity, cheerfulness, and joy reigned there; and the rough stone walls and vaults re-echoed to the chant of psalmody, in which Pancratius was precentor, and in which depth called out to depth; for the prisoners in the lower dungeon responded to those above, and kept up the alternation of verses, in those psalms which the circumstances naturally suggested.

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

From this reading THE VIATICUM.

plural of “victim” — an unfortunate person who suffers from some adverse circumstance

From this reading The friends of the intended victims were admitted to see them; and the Christians boldly took full advantage of the permission to flock to the prison, and commend themselves to the prayers of the blessed confessors of Christ.

plural of “wall” — an architectural partition with a height and length greater than its thickness; used to divide or enclose an area or to support another structure

From this reading Peace, serenity, cheerfulness, and joy reigned there; and the rough stone walls and vaults re-echoed to the chant of psalmody, in which Pancratius was precentor, and in which depth called out to depth; for the prisoners in the lower dungeon responded to those above, and kept up the alternation of verses, in those psalms which the circumstances naturally suggested.

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

From this reading A true contrast to the fury and discord without, was the scene within the prison.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading The friends of the intended victims were admitted to see them; and the Christians boldly took full advantage of the permission to flock to the prison, and commend themselves to the prayers of the blessed confessors of Christ.

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

From this reading Peace, serenity, cheerfulness, and joy reigned there; and the rough stone walls and vaults re-echoed to the chant of psalmody, in which Pancratius was precentor, and in which depth called out to depth; for the prisoners in the lower dungeon responded to those above, and kept up the alternation of verses, in those psalms which the circumstances naturally suggested.

marked by extreme lack of restraint or control

From this reading The eve of “fighting with,” that is being torn to pieces by, wild beasts, was always a day of greater liberty.

in the company of; together with

From this reading The eve of “fighting with,” that is being torn to pieces by, wild beasts, was always a day of greater liberty.

inside; before a period of time has passed

From this reading A true contrast to the fury and discord without, was the scene within the prison.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading A true contrast to the fury and discord without, was the scene within the prison.