Note 759 — XIV. OF CERTAIN CUSTOMS.
Henri Van Laun translation
Abbé is derived from the Syrian aba, father; the “cardinal” may have been the Cardinal de Bouillon, who always was gaily dressed. See page 306, note 560.
Henri Van Laun translation
Abbé is derived from the Syrian aba, father; the “cardinal” may have been the Cardinal de Bouillon, who always was gaily dressed. See page 306, note 560.