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- New Schaff-Herzog Encyclopedia of Religious Knowledge, Vol. II: Basilica - Chambers
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Cantharus
CANTHARUS: A well, cistern, fountain, or simply a vessel for water, in the center of the atrium just in front of the entrance of the ancient basilica, used by the faithful for the ablution of hands and face before entering the church building. See Holy Water.
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