In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
HEATHENDOMS
Noun
heathendoms
plural of heathendom
Source: Wiktionary
HEATHENDOM
Hea"then*dom, n. Etym: [AS. hæedhendom.]
1. That part of the world where heathenism prevails; the heathen nations, considered collectively.
2. Heathenism. C. Kingsley.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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