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Chantry

usgb/ˈtʃæntri/Volume
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Historical Religiosity

Understand that chantries are historical and primarily tied to religious practices from the past.

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The medieval church still houses the original chantry of its founders.
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Private Prayer Space

A chantry provides a private area for prayer apart from the main worship space.

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Visitors admired the ornate carvings within the duke's private chantry.
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Patron's Memory

Chantries are often built to honor the memory of a wealthy individual or family.

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The inscriptions around the chantry tell the story of the patron's life and legacy.
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