Church and Temple Artifacts / Areas / Clothing

British Sign Language (BSL) signs for objects you might find in a church/temple, clothing worn by religious leaders, and the areas of a church/temple such as you might see annotated on a floor plan.

Tapestry

A British Sign Language (BSL) translation of Tapestry. Fabric, typically made into a wall hanging, into which coloured threads have been woven so as to create an image, often a narrative scene or floral design.

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Thurible / Censer

A British Sign Language (BSL) translation of Thurible / Censer. A metal bowl containing aromatic incense, suspended from a chain and used during some church services.

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Transept

A British Sign Language (BSL) translation of Transept. The crosswise section of those churches that are built in the form of a cross.

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Vestments

A British Sign Language (BSL) translation of Vestments. Ceremonial robes worn by clergy, especially when officiating at a service of Holy Communion/Eucharist.

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Wafer

A British Sign Language (BSL) translation of Wafer. Known as ‘the Host’, a very thin unleavened bread used in some churches in place of standard bread in Communion services.

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Wine

A British Sign Language (BSL) translation of Wine. Fermented grape juice.

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