In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
PASCHALS
PASCHAL
Pas"chal, a. Etym: [L. paschalis: cf. F. pascal. See Pasch.]
Definition: Of or pertaining to the passover, or to Easter; as, a paschal lamb; paschal eggs. Longfellow. Paschal candle (R. C. Ch.), a large wax candle, blessed and placed on the altar on Holy Saturday, or the day before Easter.
– Paschal flower. See Pasque flower, under Pasque.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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