In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
HYPERDULIA
Etymology
Noun
hyperdulia (usually uncountable, plural hyperdulias)
(Roman Catholicism) A level of veneration higher than dulia but less than latria, properly given to the Virgin Mary only.
Source: Wiktionary
Hy`per*du*li"a, n. Etym: [Pref. hyper- + dulia: cf. F. hyperdulie.] (R. C. Ch.)
Definition: Veneration or worship given to the Virgin Mary as the most exalted of mere creatures; higher veneration than dulia. Addis & Arnold.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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HEEDLESS
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