deacon's stoles

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Scope note
Stoles worn by deacons to designate their rank. In the western church, deacon's stoles are worn over the left shoulder; historically hanging straight down, in the modern church worn across the body and tied under the right arm.
deacon's stoles
Accepted term: 29-Apr-2024