In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
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PERICOPE
Pe*ric"o*pe, n. Etym: [L., section of a book, Gr.
Definition: A selection or extract from a book; especially (Theol.), a selection from the Bible, appointed to be read in the churches or used as a text for a sermon.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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