| 单词 | propitiatory |
| 例句 | We see Agamemnon being advised by spin doctors on how to sacrifice his young daughter, Iphigenia, as a propitiatory offering to the gods, with a minimum of physical mess and nasty public blowback. London Theater Journal: The Greeks All Over Again 2015-09-14T04:00:00Z Jinni uses a propitiatory genome that goes beyond genre and stars to sort movies and TV shows by elements like plot, style and mood. Me TV: How Jinni Is Revolutionizing Search 2013-02-18T15:00:41Z "This is Miss Hellner," said Aunt Cuckoo, timorously offering the introduction in the manner of a propitiatory sacrifice. Rich Relatives 2012-04-05T02:00:45.670Z I doubt whether a real distinction can be made between propitiatory and expiatory sacrifices. The Eliminator; or, Skeleton Keys to Sacerdotal Secrets 2012-03-27T02:00:23.077Z In the Holy Scriptures, this animal is the chosen symbol of purity and the gentler virtues, the victim of propitiatory sacrifices, and the type of redemption to fallen man. Sheep, Swine, and Poultry Embracing the History and Varieties of Each; The Best Modes of Breeding; Their Feeding and Management; Together with etc. 2012-03-21T02:00:35.167Z And this redemption consists in the “propitiatory sacrifice” which Christ offered in shedding His blood—a sacrifice wherein we participate “through faith.” The Expositor's Bible: Ephesians 2012-03-20T02:00:11.133Z In the heart of mankind there is a tiny shrine with its burning taper; the idol is Self; the propitiatory light is for subliminal foes. Unicorns 2012-03-14T02:00:26.677Z At this critical moment, our hostess approached with a water-ice, as a propitiatory offering, and expressed the hope that the guitar was now renewed for action. The American Gentleman's Guide to Politeness and Fashion or, Familiar Letters to his Nephews 2012-03-01T03:00:22.883Z In short, all bloody sacrifices were propitiatory, to appease the rage of hunger in a famished god. The Eliminator; or, Skeleton Keys to Sacerdotal Secrets 2012-03-27T02:00:23.077Z Raised voices reached him, and Rodd's answer, civil and propitiatory, came, imperfectly, to his ear. Ovington's Bank 2012-02-28T03:00:25.267Z He chid her, but with a propitiatory smile akin to those which the augurs exchanged. The Abbess Of Vlaye 2012-02-19T03:00:15.523Z A quantity of oil for the crew and pilot is referred to, and oxen were also slaughtered, apparently as a propitiatory sacrifice on the completion of the vessel. The Old Testament In the Light of The Historical Records and Legends of Assyria and Babylonia 2012-02-02T03:04:35.567Z And the glory shall be upon the propitiatory, in the holy place of thy prayer. The Story of Anna Kingsford and Edward Maitland and of the new Gospel of Interpretation 2012-01-18T03:00:12.427Z Days were shortening, so that by the time George had finished his tea, which included a propitiatory offering of doughnuts, the boom of beetles sounded in the street. A Drake by George! 2012-01-09T03:00:22.163Z They haunted well-known spots on the road by which the Shades must pass to their last resting-place, but as they left the living unmolested, the living were not called upon to make propitiatory offerings. The Fijians A Study of the Decay of Custom 2011-12-30T03:00:25.917Z "When the offence is wiped out by propitiatory ceremonies we shall be restored to the favour of the gods." The Outcaste 2011-12-12T03:00:25.380Z With the speed of lightning it approached the castle, and a voice, as of a bassoon, sounded from out the cloud: "Where are my propitiatory sacrifices?" The Diamond Fairy Book 2011-11-14T03:00:18.297Z I turn towards him with a propitiatory smile, as much as to say, "You see I'm ready for any of your funny stories." Punch, or The London Charivari, Vol. 62, January 20, 1872 2011-10-07T02:00:23.543Z They were celebrated with great pomp and magnificence, and accompanied by elaborate propitiatory sacrifices to the tutelary deities of Rome. Sermons 2011-09-26T02:00:27.830Z The propitiatory offering might be anything from a bunch of cocoanuts covered with turmeric powder to a great feast. The Fijians A Study of the Decay of Custom 2011-12-30T03:00:25.917Z These would seem to be of the nature of propitiatory offerings on behalf of the dead, of which there are various instances recorded. Surnames as a Science 2011-09-26T02:00:27.097Z A timid propitiatory smile curved her sensitive mouth and arched her long, finely-drawn eyebrows. Rough-Hewn 2011-09-20T02:00:15.147Z There were to be no more propitiatory inventions. The Claw 2011-08-31T02:01:30.563Z But what is the propitiatory element in the Christian Atonement? let Canon Liddon answer: "the ignominy and pain needed for the redemption." My Path to Atheism 2011-08-30T02:00:29.183Z This is thought to have been a propitiatory offering to avert the evil influences exerted by that planet. Pawnee Hero Stories and Folk-Tales With notes on the origin, customs and character of the Pawnee people 2011-08-02T02:00:20.603Z Huckins rubbed his hands together in satisfaction at this smile, and sidled up to the simpering spinster with a very propitiatory air. Cynthia Wakeham's Money 2011-07-18T02:00:24.717Z To tell the truth," said Nettie Fry, another of the listening group, propitiatory of the mistress of a million in her own right,—"I never admired Mr. Fordham so much as many pretend to do. Jessamine A Novel 2011-06-15T02:00:24.413Z Well, Miss Nancy," she answered, laying a propitiatory hand on Miss Nancy's lap, "I'll tell you what little I know. The Tobacco Tiller A Tale of the Kentucky Tobacco Fields 2011-06-01T02:00:27.327Z So, in addition to these defects, I remark that, viewed as a propitiatory sacrifice to Almighty God, it is thoroughly inadequate. My Path to Atheism 2011-08-30T02:00:29.183Z In Greece, on the other hand, the three dread sisters are still honoured by propitiatory rites, and they figure frequently in the folk-lore of Bulgaria and Albania. Essays in the Study of Folk-Songs (1886) 2011-05-28T02:00:21.687Z In his hand the Governor held a paper; his usually austere face wore a slightly propitiatory expression, while the eyes he turned upon her, as slowly he entered the room, suggested a respite of differences. The Lady of the Mount 2011-05-24T02:00:15.640Z To her surprise, the other girl at once became propitiatory and beseeching. Poppy The Story of a South African Girl 2011-05-20T02:00:25.147Z Hours rolled away, while the beautiful face of Winandermere looked as ugly as Styx, as we writhed along its banks, more miserably moaning than the hopeless beggar who sighed for the propitiatory obolus to Charon. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 60, No. 370, August 1846 2011-04-01T02:00:28.747Z Various propitiatory ceremonies are performed by specialists to secure its good-will. Omens and Superstitions of Southern India 2011-03-28T02:00:25.937Z Rawson, who was really a cruel coward and a sneak, had made up his mind that he wanted no more, and from time to time cast meek and propitiatory glances in Meyrick's direction. The Secret Glory 2011-03-22T02:00:17.863Z Some dire calamity was certain to befall those who passed his abode without making some propitiatory offering. Vermont A Study of Independence 2011-03-17T02:00:13.130Z When carrying off slaves from that country, the merchant invariably throws the handsomest female captive into lake Umo, in form of a tribute or propitiatory offering to the genius of the water. The Highlands of Ethiopia 2011-02-25T03:01:07.193Z He then took her back to her husband, with a propitiatory present of furs and Indian corn, and many apologies and exculpations of his own honour. Sketches in Canada, and rambles among the red men 2011-02-10T03:00:51.280Z You certainly will have to wait before you can offer such a propitiatory sacrifice to the manes of your master. A Hero of the Pen 2011-02-04T03:00:19.217Z The demerit of sin was inculcated by the solemn infliction of death upon every animal, offered as a propitiatory sacrifice. An Examination of the Testimony of the Four Evangelists 2011-01-19T03:00:17.237Z After which propitiatory beginning it embarks at once on a reply to the reproaches which the honorable, wise, and powerful Lord has heaped upon his obedient servant. Dutch and English on the Hudson A Chronicle of Colonial New York 2011-01-17T03:00:47.770Z Wild Galla chieftains, too, were in attendance with propitiatory offerings and outstanding arrears of tribute, and the interior of the palace presented a scene of increased bustle and confusion. The Highlands of Ethiopia 2011-02-25T03:01:07.193Z He considered them to have been of young persons probably interred alive as a funeral or propitiatory sacrifice to some tribal chief, or else to a presiding deity of the dolmen. The Fairy-Faith in Celtic Countries 2011-01-06T03:00:47.543Z Perhaps it was a sort of propitiatory offering, such as timid souls were wont to sacrifice to unknown gods as an expiation for unknown sins. The Song of Songs 2011-01-01T03:00:25.907Z The presentation of pins to the well, though now a meaningless rite on the part of those who practice it, was originally intended as a propitiatory offering to the evil spirit of the well. British Goblins Welsh Folk-lore, Fairy Mythology, Legends and Traditions 2010-12-20T17:11:57.810Z With the sacred writers, they were the chosen symbol of purity and the gentler virtues; they were the victims of propitiatory sacrifices; and finally, they became the type of redemption to fallen man. Domestic Animals History and description of the horse, mule, cattle, sheep, swine, poultry and farm dogs; with directions for their management, breeding, crossing, rearing, feeding, and preparation for a profitable market; also their diseases and remedies. Together with full directions for the management of the dairy. There was nothing to show what he had been through: he looked fresh and serious in his new blue suit; his voice was soft and propitiatory. Small Souls "Here's quite a stranger come to see you," said Mrs. Gainsborough, with a propitiatory glance in Sylvia's direction. Sinister Street, vol. 2 With them it was a propitiatory sacrifice, offered to the Great Star, or the planet Venus. Sketches of Aboriginal Life American Tableaux, No. 1 The student of fairy mythology perceives in this propitiatory mode of speech a fact of wide significance. British Goblins Welsh Folk-lore, Fairy Mythology, Legends and Traditions 2010-12-20T17:11:57.810Z Brockway stuck a propitiatory cigar into the pocket of the fireman's jumper, and proceeded to carry out his instructions. A Romance in Transit Positively there was an emotion of being on her defense; she felt propitiatory and apologetic; and for the first time she was sharply aware of herself and her family as two distinct facts. Plashers Mead A Novel "I'm glad of that," with a pleasant, propitiatory smile; "I was afraid you had only won a holiday." The Shadow His propitiatory death and His bringing to nought the power of Satan are included in the notion of priesthood. The Expositor's Bible: The Epistle to the Hebrews However, its propitiatory object was accomplished, and he could not do otherwise than pardon the defaulting Dirk, on the spot. Renshaw Fanning's Quest A Tale of the High Veldt Though beatified they wore a chastened, propitiatory air, for Miss Bailey had just been lecturing them. Little Aliens The natives, among their propitiatory offerings, had presented to Cortez, as we have mentioned, twenty young and beautiful females whom they had captured from hostile tribes, or who in other ways had become their slaves. Hernando Cortez Makers of History This, however, was for religious and propitiatory reasons. Roman Women Many expositors see a reference in the Apostle’s words to the Lord’s Table, and some of them infer from the word “altar” that the Eucharist is a continual offering of a propitiatory sacrifice to God. The Expositor's Bible: The Epistle to the Hebrews As a means of flattering Demetrius, the Athenians erected altars to her, made propitiatory offerings, and celebrated her festival. Greek Women In the final desperate struggle, the old man was wounded so sternly that, when he had thrown into the formless chaos, instinct with Tamanous, his last propitiatory offering, he sank and became insensible. In the Oregon Country Out-Doors in Oregon, Washington, and California Together with some Legendary Lore, and Glimpses of the Modern West in the Making This He did by making atonement for our sins, offering as a propitiatory sacrifice His life, even to the shedding of His blood, that the Father might be enabled to forgive our sins. St. Paul's Epistle to the Ephesians A Practical Exposition Man had sinned, and God could not and did not forgive without a propitiatory sacrifice. Bible Myths and their Parallels in other Religions Being a Comparison of the Old and New Testament Myths and Miracles with those of the Heathen Nations of Antiquity Considering also their Origin and Meaning He was sulky, however, and would not come to terms: she was to go again with a propitiatory offering, but what it was she forbore to say. Devil Stories An Anthology Horses enough were given to him to mount a whole company of cavalry, and not unfrequently also these propitiatory offerings took the form of hard cash. Lippincott's Magazine of Popular Literature and Science, Volume 20. July, 1877. Our fair readers may take some interest in knowing what were the propitiatory offerings of a noble suitor of those days. The Art of Needle-work, from the Earliest Ages, 3rd ed. Including Some Notices of the Ancient Historical Tapestries The propitiatory rites of these fair gods were debauchery and infanticide, the loosening of the girdles of girls, the thrusting of children into fires. The Lords of the Ghostland A History of the Ideal This doctrine of St Anselm’s attaches itself readily to texts of St Paul, for his teachings contain undeniably the vicarious propitiatory element. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 6, Slice 3 "Chitral" to "Cincinnati" He whistled, a cheerful and propitiatory note, as he drove past the house to the barn. The Wooing of Calvin Parks At last she begs her mistress’s fate, to whom she daily carries a propitiatory offering, to intercede for her with her own fate. Indian Fairy Tales He took with him a propitiatory little volume containing translations of well-known poems by one Amiel. Aurora the Magnificent The Altar.The altar is a raised structure on which propitiatory offerings are placed. Our Homeland Churches and How to Study Them The sufferings and death of Christ derive their importance from the fact of their being propitiatory—an atonement. The Calvinistic Doctrine of Predestination Examined and Refuted “I am glad you had the ferrets to amuse you this afternoon,” said Robinette, in a propitiatory tone. Robinetta “Uncle” and “aunt” are used in a propitiatory sense over a great part of the world. Indian Fairy Tales Considered in the gross, they can be classed as of two kinds, the first and earliest propitiatory, the second and later memorial or institutionary. The Religious Sentiment Its Source and Aim: A Contribution to the Science and Philosophy of Religion “Won’t you accept this nosegay from my garden, Miss Carew?” urged the lawyer in a propitiatory tone as they were leaving. The Strollers With much solemn karakia and propitiatory sacrifice, they tremblingly crept into the precincts of the bay. Brighter Britain! (Volume 1 of 2) or Settler and Maori in Northern New Zealand Or the analogy of the ceremonial law is accepted; and then Christ is set forth as a propitiatory or expiatory offering to obtain remission of sins for us. Orthodoxy: Its Truths And Errors "I bought a book," he said, handing her the propitiatory volume. The Rainbow The tendency of memorial to become propitiatory rites is visible in all materialistic religions. The Religious Sentiment Its Source and Aim: A Contribution to the Science and Philosophy of Religion "Ain't the decorations lovely," he remarked, by way of a propitiatory opening of conversation. Duncan Polite The Watchman of Glenoro I must not spend this, he said to himself; but gave the shillings as a kind of tithe or propitiatory offering to Providence, that things might go well with him. Phoebe, Junior Whoe'er your steel prepares “To move propitiatory with my blood, “A victim quite untainted best must please. The Metamorphoses of Publius Ovidus Naso in English blank verse Vols. I & II Nor is it solely to human beings that dogs use such propitiatory actions. Introduction to the Science of Sociology These gifts consisted of weapons elaborately finished, vessels of gold or silver, embroidered garments, and such other articles as were customarily employed in those days as propitiatory offerings in such emergencies. Romulus Makers of History In caves and on small islands you frequently find platforms and little models of houses and boats—propitiatory offerings to hantus. British Borneo Sketches of Brunai, Sarawak, Labuan, and North Borneo Gwei is the term most constantly used by the common people to indicate the being whose influence is feared by all, and who receives from every family some measure of propitiatory sacrifice. The Fulfilment of a Dream of Pastor Hsi's The Story of the Work in Hwochow The thought passed through my mind, "Why does the author use this expression? why not say the atoning or propitiatory work of Christ?" A Retrospect The priest, however arrogant his assumption, makes a civil salute; and the officer of the law performs his duty subject to certain propitiatory words and movements. Introduction to the Science of Sociology The oracle replied, that they could not depart from Troy, till they had first made an atoning and propitiatory offering by the sacrifice of a man, such an one as Apollo himself might designate. Romulus Makers of History There was no element of true worship in the propitiatory offerings of primitive man; in the beginning he was essentially a materialist—he became a spiritualist later on. Religion and Lust or, The Psychical Correlation of Religious Emotion and Sexual Desire Say," Reedy leaned his elbows on the bar and spoke in a propitiatory tone, "I'sh sorry you went off in such a huff. The Desert Fiddler There was a propitiatory note in his voice. The Woman from Outside [on Swan River] His manner was at once propitiatory and friendly. In Connection with the De Willoughby Claim Fergus Derrick stood before his enemy with anything but a propitiatory air. That Lass O' Lowrie's 1877 The simple act of offering propitiatory gifts to the “evil influence” is, from the very nature of the deed, a religious observance. Religion and Lust or, The Psychical Correlation of Religious Emotion and Sexual Desire In vain had largesses been lavished upon the people, and propitiatory sacrifices offered to the gods. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 03 In the first place his descendant is supposed to partake of his divine nature; and in the second place, by propitiatory sacrifices to him is supposed to obtain his aid. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 14 — Philosophy and Economics The following is a characteristic statement of the meritorious and propitiatory character of fasting. A Source Book for Ancient Church History They each also brought, as propitiatory gifts, a hog and bread-fruit ready dressed—both very acceptable articles at that time. Captain Cook His Life, Voyages, and Discoveries His infinite excellence and His propitiatory sacrifice assure us that this ladder is so strong that it can bear the weight of the whole of the human family in their ascent to God. Life and Work in Benares and Kumaon, 1839-1877 The advocate is the priest, and the priest is the sacrifice, and such efficacy this sacrifice hath, that the propitiatory sacrifice may be called the very propitiation and pacification for sin. The Works of the Rev. Hugh Binning They represented the discarding of the propitiatory idea in favour of the original meaning of sacrifice as communion. Gloria Crucis addresses delivered in Lichfield Cathedral Holy Week and Good Friday, 1907 So he made straight for Porta Rossa, and on to Ognissanti, showing his usual bright propitiatory face to the mixed observers who threw their jests at him and his little heavy-shod maiden with much liberality. Romola It is probable that these complimentary names were propitiatory, the weasel being an animal regarded with superstitious dread. The Romance of Words (4th ed.) At the same instant a propitiatory cigarette was offered and accepted. The Car of Destiny Before long, however, the natives got over their alarm, and brought propitiatory gifts of the usual green boughs. Notable Voyagers From Columbus to Nordenskiold Another stela contains the jackal, or genius of the departed, with propitiatory offerings from his friends. Chambers's Edinburgh Journal, No. 455 Volume 18, New Series, September 18, 1852 Hakon hesitated not to offer up his only son as a propitiatory sacrifice; after which, returning to his fleet, and his accustomed post in the front ranks of the battle, he renewed the engagement. The Superstitions of Witchcraft Onward he flew to safety, and in Sicily built a temple to Apollo, and there hung up his wings as a propitiatory offering to the god who had slain his son. A Book of Myths He was then charged with having denied transubstantiation, and the propitiatory sacrifice of the mass, and was urged at length to recant. The Reign of Mary Tudor It gave him a propitiatory dog-like look, and there was a hint of fawning in his attitude which matched it perfectly and carried out the likeness. Young Mr. Barter's Repentance From "Schwartz" by David Christie Murray That air of propitiatory humility which I had seen in him when we had first encountered on Lorette was exaggerated to a slavish adulation. Schwartz: A History From "Schwartz" by David Christie Murray She opened it slowly, and discovered to her horror Mr. Fraser standing upon the doorstep, with a smile which was meant to be propitiatory, but only succeeded in being uneasy. A Master Of Craft Roper sits in the chair in the middle of the room rather guiltily and Mrs. Upjohn puts on a propitiatory grin. The 'Mind the Paint' Girl A Comedy in Four Acts Besides these, there was a small bale containing gaudy ornaments and attractive articles, which were intended as propitiatory presents to the Esquimaux when they should be met with. Ungava Therefore what I say to you now is not intended as a propitiatory offering, but is the result of clear and calm conviction. Shifting Winds A Tough Yarn You will now have an opportunity of beholding a very uncommon sight, which is the propitiatory dance to Shivu. The King's Own I have seen her go up to her mate and give him a most uncalled-for peck, and he—amiable bird!—would bear all her unkindness so meekly, only answering by a propitiatory coo. Wild Nature Won By Kindness Then how could they be angry with you, dear?” asked Miss Phipps, smiling, and Pixie bent her head with a quick propitiatory bow. Pixie O'Shaughnessy "Apart from anything else, there would be the sordid question," she ended, with a smile that became propitiatory against her will; she had meant it to be merely confidential. Tristram of Blent An Episode in the Story of an Ancient House In villages dedicated to the protection of Mahādeva propitiatory festivals are held in his honour. The Tribes and Castes of the Central Provinces of India - Volume IV of IV Kumhar-Yemkala Then he recognized Caldew, and smiled the propitiatory smile of one who had reason to fear the forces of authority. The Hand in the Dark My lord, meanwhile, wore a propitiatory but doubtful air, as though he prayed but hardly hoped a gracious reception for me. Simon Dale The places which these vagrant souls loved to haunt were known to the people, who in passing by them were wont to make propitiatory offerings of food or cloth. The Belief in Immortality and the Worship of the Dead, Volume I (of 3) The Belief Among the Aborigines of Australia, the Torres Straits Islands, New Guinea and Melanesia All that particularly stood out was that the propitiatory offering would have to be some cherished enjoyment. The Tragic Muse When the hunters are unsuccessful it is often assumed that this is the cause, and the augur never fails to point out the transgressing female, who must provide a propitiatory offering. The Tribes and Castes of the Central Provinces of India - Volume IV of IV Kumhar-Yemkala Against this horrible atonement came a violent reaction, and out of the reaction attempts to continue in a soberer and more rational form the propitiatory ideas of the flagellants. Some Forerunners of Italian Opera Everywhere woven shawls were a principal feature of the propitiatory gifts of the natives to the Spaniards. Prehistoric Textile Art of Eastern United States Thirteenth Annual Report of the Beaurau of American Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution 1891-1892, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1896 pages 3-46 Circumcision performed on a lad as a propitiatory sacrifice to save the life of his father or father's brother. The Belief in Immortality and the Worship of the Dead, Volume I (of 3) The Belief Among the Aborigines of Australia, the Torres Straits Islands, New Guinea and Melanesia She was vaguely aware that she was the last person in the world whose past conduct harmonized with the asking of favors, and she silently offered slight propitiatory sacrifices. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 13, No. 80, June, 1864 Mourning is observed only for three days and propitiatory offerings are made to the spirits of the dead. The Tribes and Castes of the Central Provinces of India - Volume IV of IV Kumhar-Yemkala Only, I plead, this propitiatory work of Christ must come second in the imagination, and His Love-of-God-revealing work first. Thoughts on religion at the front His attitude was represented as propitiatory from the viewpoint of the United States and opposed to the submarine warfare of Von Tirpitz. Kelly Miller's History of the World War for Human Rights When a man of note was dangerously ill, a family council would be held, at which it might be agreed that a circumcision should take place as a propitiatory measure. The Belief in Immortality and the Worship of the Dead, Volume I (of 3) The Belief Among the Aborigines of Australia, the Torres Straits Islands, New Guinea and Melanesia "If it had crossed my mind, Sir Elkin," pleaded Farrell with a wagging movement of his whole body, propitiatory, such as dogs make when they see the whip. Foe-Farrell Every object should seem an altar drenched with sacrificial blood, every sound a knell laden with dolorous omen, every look a propitiatory confession, every breath a pleading prayer. The Destiny of the Soul A Critical History of the Doctrine of a Future Life I was quite sure, on the contrary, that they were intended as a propitiatory offering. Famous Adventures And Prison Escapes of the Civil War I witnessed the propitiatory ceremony during several cases of serious sickness. The Manóbos of Mindanáo Memoirs of the National Academy of Sciences, Volume XXIII, First Memoir Incapable of explaining to him the depths of her soul, submissive to rites and propitiatory ceremonies and incantations, she shook her head as if to say: "Had to." A Mummer's Tale In like manner, the ark, the propitiatory, the candlestick, the table, the two altars, seem to have been placed there without reasonable cause. Summa Theologica, Part I-II (Pars Prima Secundae) From the Complete American Edition Her marriage was more than ever a martyrdom and a sacrifice, redemptive, propitiatory of powers she abhorred and but dimly understood. The Helpmate For a moment he did not know whether to construe it as a propitiatory gift or a warlike missile. Pee-Wee Harris Adrift Their methods may be earnest, but they are not propitiatory. Anthropology Another of the things which they could not bear was the abolition, through Christ's propitiatory sacrifice, of the Mosaic law, and with it, of the middle wall of partition between Jews and Gentiles. Companion to the Bible For this reason it was called the "propitiatory," as though the people received propitiation thence at the prayers of the high-priest. Summa Theologica, Part I-II (Pars Prima Secundae) From the Complete American Edition There was fear of Evil Influence, pestilence and death in the country, and as the time of new moon drew near, propitiatory sacrifices were prepared. Atmâ A Romance Kit See was a stout, cream Confucian with an oleaginous smile, and the gentle, propitiatory man of an inferior people, cunning enough to realise that if you cannot dominate it is wisest to be docile. The Missing Link Unconscious of his peculiar appearance, he walked before his captor, casting propitiatory glances behind him. More William But it was after our Lord's resurrection that the sacrificial and propitiatory character of his death was most fully revealed. Companion to the Bible A little later, while he was hanging them in the clothes-press, a propitiatory cough sounded at the door. The Pride of Palomar Their worship involved propitiatory sacrifices and rites as well as thanksgiving offerings when favors were bestowed. The Doctrine of Evolution Its Basis and Its Scope The Greeks had an overwhelming fear of the dead, as is evident from the propitiatory rites to their shades; hence the necessity of putting them under strict charge,—even against their will. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 04, No. 23, September, 1859 Listen to the voice of convictions, listen to it as the voice of mercy, leading you to Christ the great propitiatory sacrifice, 'the Lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the world.' The Power of Faith Exemplified In The Life And Writings Of The Late Mrs. Isabella Graham. That God has publicly set forth Christ as a propitiatory sacrifice. Companion to the Bible Here Caligula, in his mad passage over his bridge of boats, paused to offer propitiatory sacrifices. Roman Mosaics Or, Studies in Rome and Its Neighbourhood Yea, they had even lost their fear of the tornarssuit and no longer brought propitiatory offerings of blubber to him. The Eternal Maiden That alters the case, eh?'—with a smile meant to be propitiatory, but really too triumphant for my taste. Uncle Max They treated the gods as if they were men, and they offered up no propitiatory offerings in their temples. The Literature of the Ancient Egyptians Christ's propitiatory sacrifice does not, in and of itself, justify any man; but it provides a ground whereby all may be justified, if they will believe in Jesus. Companion to the Bible "The brute!" she thought, as she smiled the propitiatory smile of one who is afraid and murmured, "How very interesting!" Leonie of the Jungle The vengeance of the deities was thought to be avertable by the performance of certain propitiatory deeds, or by offering certain sacrifices. Folk Lore Superstitious Beliefs in the West of Scotland within This Century It has postulated a propitiatory sacrifice, a vicarious atonement, a completed transaction, something which was laid up for all and waiting to be availed of by some. An Outline of the History of Christian Thought Since Kant George and Minna, after a propitiatory smile at him, had climbed into their places. Married Life The True Romance That through Christ's propitiatory sacrifice God makes a public manifestation of his righteousness in showing mercy to sinners. Companion to the Bible He uttered an exclamation, threw the door wide, and stood making unsteady but humbly propitiatory bows. His Grace of Osmonde Being the Portions of That Nobleman's Life Omitted in the Relation of His Lady's Story Presented to the World of Fashion under the Title of A Lady of Quality There was propitiatory sacrifice in the Temples of the Once, followed by a processional pageant of great splendor, ending at the cemetery. The Collected Works of Ambrose Bierce, Volume 8 Epigrams, On With the Dance, Negligible Tales Beggars, principal judges, astrologers, performers of propitiatory and Atharvan rites, treasury, allies, grain, and all other requisites, constitute the body, composed of seven attributes and eight limbs, of a kingdom. The Mahabharata of Krishna-Dwaipayana Vyasa, Volume 3 Books 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12 Striving to be at once explanatory and propitiatory to all and sundry, Haring was reduced to inarticulate, choking interjections and paralytic motions of the hands, when a member of the delegation, hitherto silent, spoke up. Success A Novel That Christ's propitiatory sacrifice was necessary in order that God might show mercy to sinners consistently with the demands of his justice. Companion to the Bible The eagerness of our sportsmen for the "brush," as the first trophy in the chase, has in all probability originated from the same propitiatory notion. Traditions of Lancashire, Volume 1 When Providence gave me Ponto I accepted him with hungry passion, with nervous propitiatory prayers to the Gods. Balloons Hearing these words and accepting them all, Rama, causing propitiatory rites to be performed for his success, proceeded against the Danavas. The Mahabharata of Krishna-Dwaipayana Vyasa, Volume 3 Books 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12 Thatcher did not heed this mild rebuke; nor did he resort to propitiatory speech. A Hoosier Chronicle His death on the cross was, then, vicarious, a death in our stead; and propitiatory, for in view of it God releases us from the curse of the law. Companion to the Bible But the slight stoop of his shoulders, and his hesitating glances at Mrs. Banks were propitiatory, almost apologetic. The Jervaise Comedy There is the propitiatory attitude to unseen Divine powers; which the primitive mind, in defiance of theology, insists on regarding as somehow hostile to us and wanting to be bought off. The Life of the Spirit and the Life of To-day We may note here the euphemistic tendency to call powerful spirits by propitiatory names. The Sources and Analogues of 'A Midsummer-night's Dream' It seemed to her that her face must wear the strained, propitiatory smile she had so despised in her youth on the faces of older woman, mothers of families. The Brimming Cup This is what is meant by a propitiatory sacrifice. Companion to the Bible With his lofty forehead and with his superior, yet propitiatory smile, I was of course familiar. The Inheritors Parson Jack's tone was humble enough and propitiatory; nevertheless, he glanced at his handiwork with something like pride. The White Wolf and Other Fireside Tales Other propitiatory sacrifices took place at intervals, and had a general or tribal character, the victims being criminals or slaves or even members of the tribe. The Religion of the Ancient Celts He gave her a propitiatory smile, hoping she might like him a little, too, and hoping also that she would not mind Vincent. The Brimming Cup But if we take the connection as given in our version, the propitiation is still through Christ's blood, and is thus a propitiatory or expiatory sacrifice. Companion to the Bible He gravely considered my plea, at the same time going on eating, while his wife nearly trembled into propitiatory speech, but refrained. The Road "His Highness," said the Archbishop, with a propitiatory smile, "has been listening to the Eastern tales which our ancestors brought from the Crusades, and I fear has filled his head with fancies." The Sword Maker The animal carried away evils from the house, and was also a propitiatory sacrifice. The Religion of the Ancient Celts "Custer," said his father, in a timidly propitiatory tone, "I hope you ain't feeling stuck-up about this!" The Just and the Unjust Finally, the Levitical priests were not only mediators between God and men, but mediators through propitiatory sacrifices. Companion to the Bible They were perfectly innocent of being priests after the Romish type, and never dreamed of offering a propitiatory sacrifice. From Death into Life or, twenty years of my minstry This last with a propitiatory little smile toward her which she disdained to answer. Mavericks Thus, looked at in one way, the later rite was a propitiatory sacrifice, in another it was an act of magico-religious ritual springing from the old rite of the divine victim. The Religion of the Ancient Celts Now the propitiatory turkey that heralded a request, the goose that signalised a success, gained with the help of the hereditary helpers, had all ceased. Mount Music Mediatorship between God and man through propitiatory sacrifice constitutes the central idea of priesthood. Companion to the Bible He adds that, the gods having decreed they should not reach home without sore trials, half the army lingered behind with Agamemnon to offer propitiatory sacrifices, while the rest sailed on. The Book of the Epic Flanking the precipice beneath beetling rocks, stand the guardian deities of Mondo; and on altars before them, are placed the propitiatory offerings of the traveler. Mardi: and A Voyage Thither, Vol. I Their propitiatory nature is of later origin, and their real intention was to strengthen the divinity by whom the processes of growth were directed. The Religion of the Ancient Celts Tishy saw him look at the little priest's glass, and knew that he wished it were empty, in order that he might pour into it a propitiatory oblation. Mount Music Here the sin-offering naturally held the first place; for this, as its name indicates, was wholly expiatory and propitiatory, bringing the offerer into a state of forgiveness and divine favor. Companion to the Bible While Penelope is offering propitiatory sacrifices, the suitors despatch a vessel in Antinous' charge to lie in wait for the youth. The Book of the Epic So, a propitiatory or atoning sacrifice is offered by Christ's blood, or death. Expositions of Holy Scripture: Romans Corinthians (To II Corinthians, Chap. V) Max touched his shoulder with a boyish, propitiatory movement. The Rocks of Valpre He coughed a propitiatory cough and looked round the Sawdust Pile appraisingly. Kindred of the Dust He was sulky, however, and would not come to terms; she was to go again with a propitiatory offering, but what it was she forebore to say. Tales of a Traveller There he was to offer a propitiatory sacrifice to Neptune, after which he would live to serene old age and die peacefully among his own people. The Book of the Epic A propitiatory sacrifice averts punishment from the offerer. Expositions of Holy Scripture: Romans Corinthians (To II Corinthians, Chap. V) The neck and shoulders below the laughing face were bare and a bare arm waved in a propitiatory fashion ere it vanished. Greatheart They were the subjects on which it seemed most natural to approach Miss Drake; Diana's attitude was inquiring and propitiatory. The Testing of Diana Mallory He turned his ears back, with what Rob called "a pleased expression," at this propitiatory tone. Apples, Ripe and Rosy, Sir ANASÚYÁ.—Go quickly, dear Priyamvadá, throw yourself at his feet, and persuade him to come back, while I prepare a propitiatory offering for him, with water and refreshments. Hindu literature : Comprising The Book of good counsels, Nala and Damayanti, The Ramayana, and Sakoontala When these presents arrived, Mrs. Lavender was informed that they were meant for her, and was given to understand that they were the propitiatory gifts of a half-savage monarch who wished to seek her friendship. Lippincott's Magazine of Popular Literature and Science Volume 11, No. 27, June, 1873 I have before described the practice of letting off the birds, in cases of illness, as propitiatory sacrifices. Observations on the Mussulmauns of India Descriptive of Their Manners, Customs, Habits and Religious Opinions Made During a Twelve Years' Residence in Their Immediate Society Here the admiring and propitiatory reporters were wont to sit and transpose the music of Señorita Alvarita's talk into the more florid key of the press. Heart of the West [Annotated] Does not the Scripture language cut thy throat, O prophane, which teaches us that Christ offereth up to his father his sufferings as a propitiatory sacrifice; and consequently to appaise, not to irritate. Publications of the Scottish History Society, Volume 36 Journals of Sir John Lauder Lord Fountainhall with His Observations on Public Affairs and Other Memoranda 1665-1676 First, it was true; and secondly, he was anxious to be propitiatory, for he had a plan to further. The Regent She rose from her seat, and sought to shepherd him into compliance by approaching him with a propitiatory smile. The Moon Rock The mysteries include the sham raising of the dead, and appear to be directed at propitiatory ghosts rather than at Ndengei. The Making of Religion The Evil Spirit's wrath, however, seemed implacable, for it stormed worse after the performance of these propitiatory rites than it did before. Tent Life in Siberia Frowenfeld, hoping he had changed the subject, concluded with a propitiatory smile, which, however, was not reflected. The Grandissimes A farmer, who had lost a number of his sheep and cattle by murrain, burned a calf as a propitiatory offering to the Deity on this spot, where a chapel was afterwards built. Balder the Beautiful, Volume I. A Study in Magic and Religion: the Golden Bough, Part VII., The Fire-Festivals of Europe and the Doctrine of the External Soul It was so unwontedly subdued, so insistently meek, that it was to be understood that his mission was both conciliatory and propitiatory. The Moon Rock He occasionally makes offerings and sacrifices which are regarded as propitiatory. Wau-bun The Early Day in the Northwest He was still seeking a propitiatory phrase with which to break the oppressive silence, when Pomeroy anticipated him. The Castle Inn On inquiry, I found that a joint is chopped off on any occasion of the illness or death of a relation or chief, as a propitiatory offering to the Spirit. The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction Volume 19, No. 539, March 24, 1832 The prevalence of propitiatory sacrifices throughout the earth proclaims it to be the general sense of mankind that mere repentance was not of sufficient avail to expiate sin or to stop its penal effects. The world's great sermons, Volume 03 Massillon to Mason "Of course it is war!" retorted the doctor as if offended at the propitiatory tone of her friend. Mare Nostrum (Our Sea) A Novel He was back in his place again with the flask before him, and with a propitiatory motion he extended the liquor toward the other man. Where the Trail Divides At any other time Lewisham might have been propitiatory, but now he offered no apology. Love and Mr. Lewisham "The gall was carefully removed," and the propitiatory offering made to the gods. Woman: Man's Equal Dryden, it is true, founds upon the mercy of the Deity a hope, that the benefit of the propitiatory sacrifice of our Mediator may be extended to those who knew not of its power. The Dramatic Works of John Dryden, Volume 1 With a Life of the Author As we marched in there was a cheer, not very hearty—a cheer propitiatory, for they did not know what we meant to do. A Man of Mark It was some time before Dennis had breath enough to speak, but as soon as he could resume his propitiatory strain, he did so. Barnaby Rudge: a tale of the Riots of 'eighty She had a way of passing her hands over and under one another as she spoke, that was not only tidy but propitiatory; so I asked her if I might look at her little sitting-room? The Uncommercial Traveller Reflects Mrs Veneering; fair, aquiline-nosed and fingered, not so much light hair as she might have, gorgeous in raiment and jewels, enthusiastic, propitiatory, conscious that a corner of her husband's veil is over herself. Our Mutual Friend The eldest boy fell forward, and delivered a propitiatory address from behind his collar. Sketches by Boz, illustrative of everyday life and every-day people We smiled at him—a sickly, propitiatory smile. Evergreens The propitiatory formulas most in vogue are still such as carry or imply an invidious comparison. Theory of the Leisure Class Saying this, with a jerk of his body, which might have been either propitiatory or derisive, he fell into step beside me. David Copperfield He remembered the man's flat, yellow face, his thin legs, his propitiatory smile, his beaming black eyes, his conciliating manner, his veiled hints which he did not understand at the time. An Outcast of the Islands Ann Veronica stared at his foolish, propitiatory smile, his hungry gaze, through one moment of amazement, then stepped aside and went on her way with a quickened step. Ann Veronica, a modern love story When Bettina marched out of the room with her extraordinary carriage finely manifest, Rosy's little laugh was propitiatory. The Shuttle On the appointed day all the canoes were carried to the shore and placed upon the water with prayer and propitiatory offerings. Indian Boyhood But on this occasion she had come with a propitiatory gift—introducing her friend Mr. Leavenworth. Roderick Hudson Even the propitiatory gestures of the creature failed to disarm me. The Island of Doctor Moreau The figure of her aunt, a little distant, a little propitiatory, behind the coffee things, filled her with a sense of almost catastrophic adventure. Ann Veronica, a modern love story She made no further propitiatory efforts, but sat and stared in simple blankness at the country, which seemed to increase in loveliness at each new point of view. The Shuttle His goddess was not to be appeased by any propitiatory or expiatory sacrifice. Tales and Novels — Volume 06 Now, except in the increased puffing of consolatory cigar-smoke, no propitiatory offerings are made to unseen powers. Life in Mexico I've left you my Diaz as a sort of propitiatory sop. The Pagans Meanwhile, the old men said to one another, 'When the day of the Festival of the Fire comes, we will sacrifice him on the mountain, as a propitiatory offering to the Fire.' The Book of the Thousand Nights and One Night, Volume III Lady Anstruthers' face unconsciously assumed its propitiatory expression, and she glanced at her sister more than once when Betty was unaware that she did so. The Shuttle Before we reached Demarara every hat and cap belonging to the ship's company, with a single exception, had been involuntarily given, as a propitiatory offering, to the god of Ocean. Jack in the Forecastle or, Incidents in the Early Life of Hawser Martingale —Here he lugged in a propitiatory compliment, which sounded no more like Mrs. Percifer than it fitted me; but mistaking my smile of irony for one of encouragement, he babbled on. A Touch of Sun and Other Stories There His propitiatory death is emphatically set forth as the power by which it is to be accomplished. Expositions of Holy Scripture St. John Chapters I to XIV Their faces are almost uniformly of the finest classic mould, and illuminated by pairs of those dark swimming and propitiatory eyes, which exhaust the language of tenderness and passion at a glance. The slave trade, domestic and foreign Why It Exists, and How It May Be Extinguished In the third Canon of the twenty-fourth session, it defines "that the sacrifice of the Mass is propitiatory both for the living and the dead for sins, punishments and satisfactions." Purgatory Getting into bed, I threw a propitiatory prayer in their general direction. Autobiography of a Yogi I ventured some propitiatory coppers with the children, and, when the old woman made them thank me, I thought I could not be mistaken and I ventured further: "You are the grandmother?" Roman Holidays, and Others The means for accomplishing this necessary work are implied in the context, as in other parallel Scriptural sayings, to be His propitiatory death. Expositions of Holy Scripture St. John Chapters I to XIV "But," said another in a propitiatory tone, "perhaps he'll not do so any more." Autobiographical Sketches Here, then, is enunciated in plain terms, the doctrine of the eucharistic oblation being a propitiatory sacrifice. Purgatory The propitiatory libation, however, did not work, for no sooner had his glass touched the mahogany again, than he returned to the charge. Tom Cringle's Log For this postal service, and by way of propitiatory present, Shaykh Mohammed received ten dollars, of which probably two were disbursed. The Land of Midian — Volume 1 The temple may have been erected as a propitiatory offering to the god of volcanoes in the hope that the anger which had caused him to send the lava flow might be appeased. Inca Land Explorations in the Highlands of Peru When they intend to cut one down, they first pour rum at the root as a propitiatory offering.’ At Last Yet doubtless the latter soon prevailed; for following upon the devoted life-offerings to the Divine Friend, came propitiatory rites to appease divine anger or gain divine favor. Beacon Lights of History, Volume 01 The Old Pagan Civilizations Associated with belief in the efficacy of propitiatory offerings and "ceremonies of riddance," is the ethical suggestion that good wishes and good deeds influence spirits to perform acts of kindly intent. Elves and Heroes Thinking that its spirit would be offended at the indignity shown to its remains, they surrounded it, making apologetic speeches, and blowing tobacco-smoke at it as a propitiatory offering. The Jesuits in North America in the Seventeenth Century Then she proceeded to sacrifice all the rubbers, rain-coats and umbrellas she could find, as a propitiatory offering to the Rain Bird. The Camp Fire Girls Go Motoring Or, Along the Road That Leads the Way They shocked and made her nervous as I read; she kept on addressing the Goddesses in propitiatory words; and such feelings may surely be permitted to her sex. Works of Lucian of Samosata — Volume 03 The offerings to the gods were propitiatory, in the form of victims, or libations of some juice. Beacon Lights of History, Volume 01 The Old Pagan Civilizations One is the propitiatory sacrifice, i.e., a work which makes satisfaction for guilt and punishment, i.e., one that reconciles God, or appeases God's wrath, or which merits the remission of sins for others. Apology of the Augsburg Confession The negro carefully moored Houghton's boat, feeling that there might be something propitiatory to the dreaded ghost in this act. The Earth Trembled So soon as this propitiatory offering was made, he tendered it to Mahtoree, who, in affected humility, passed it to a grey-headed chief by his side. The Prairie The unhappy Italian, believing it a mishap, made haste to select the biggest and juiciest fruit on his stand, and held it out with a propitiatory bow, but he spurned him haughtily away. The Making of an American "No doubt another time—" "Very soon, I trust—very soon," assented Lord James, with a propitiatory glance at Dolores. Out of the Primitive But Abraham did not sacrifice his son with the opinion that this work was a price and propitiatory work for the sake of which he was accounted righteous. Apology of the Augsburg Confession An almost similar kind of propitiatory worship is practised in cemeteries. Japan: an Attempt at Interpretation No, Bridgenorth," he continued, "I esteem this purpose of revenge holy—I account it a propitiatory sacrifice for what may have been evil in my life. Peveril of the Peak The maiden sees in this a punishment meted out by Venus and offers herself as a propitiatory sacrifice. A Book of Operas Their Histories, Their Plots, and Their Music His expression, while propitiatory, was not friendly, but: "Don't get hot and bothered," snapped Kerry viciously. Tales of Chinatown Therefore let this remain established in the case namely, that the death of Christ alone is truly a propitiatory sacrifice. Apology of the Augsburg Confession As soon as men were able to conceive the idea of a shadowy inner self, or double, so soon, doubtless, the propitiatory cult of spirits began. Japan: an Attempt at Interpretation A middle-aged gentleman, well dressed, comes in with a friendly but propitiatory air, not quite sure of his reception. The Doctor's Dilemma Internally, it is mainly characterised by its ideal of Levitical holiness, the way in which it everywhere surrounds life with purificatory and propitiatory ceremonies, and its prevailing reference of sacrifice to sin. Prolegomena He made a propitiatory gesture to the group around the fire. The Thrall of Leif the Lucky A Story of Viking Days For the Levitical propitiatory sacrifices were so called only to signify a future expiation. Apology of the Augsburg Confession She stood drawing her gloves off, propitiatory and graceful, diffusing about her a sense of ease and familiarity in which the situation lost its grotesqueness. The Descent of Man and Other Stories It was the propitiatory wagging of a black, cocker spaniel's tail, while its eyes were looking pleadingly up to her. Sparrows: the story of an unprotected girl Preliminary remarks on the notion, contents, mode of offering, and propitiatory effects of sacrifice. Prolegomena "Ergo," answered Prynne, "the priests of the Church of England are sacrificing priests, and the Lord's Supper a propitiatory sacrifice, sacrificed by those priests for men's daily sins!" Studies from Court and Cloister: being essays, historical and literary dealing mainly with subjects relating to the XVIth and XVIIth centuries Perhaps for that reason he would deem it wise to adopt a propitiatory attitude. The Red Planet Next, the figures are thrown to the demons as a propitiatory offering, amidst 'hellish whistlings' and the firing of guns. Among the Tibetans The black ram for the propitiatory offering was found, and was now awaiting in Berlin the hour of sacrifice. Berlin and Sans-Souci; or Frederick the Great and his friends She got the agent to put ropes on them in the first place, and Kathleen and Louise, cautiously advancing to the plank, held up propitiatory offerings of grass. The French Twins Behind them, with a propitiatory smile on his face, stood his lordship of Dreever. The Intrusion of Jimmy "Hush!" said Mr. Snoop; "he's laying the propitiatory offering for Buddha." Arcadian Adventures with the Idle Rich And Mr. Rush-Marvelle smiled a propitiatory smile, intended to soothe the evidently irritated feelings of his better-half, of whom he stood always in awe. Thelma "Of course, I can see you're thinking all this pretty tolerably weird and all that," he proceeded, in a propitiatory voice. Indiscretions of Archie He was neatly dressed; he seemed unarmed save for a great ring of assorted keys; and his manner was as propitiatory and mild-eyed as that of any mouse. The Firefly of France She stopped once more, and gave me a little propitiatory kiss. Poor Miss Finch Arrived at the sideboard the astral figure paused, and even in the uncertain light Buddha was seen to raise and drink the propitiatory offering. Arcadian Adventures with the Idle Rich Mr. Merrill, a diplomatic mouse of a man—gray, Parisian, dandified—was twisting in his large chair, surveying the others with shrewd though somewhat propitiatory eyes. The Titan He even smiled a rusty but propitiatory smile. Indiscretions of Archie But from the treatment of the victims both before and after death it appears that the custom cannot be explained as merely a propitiatory sacrifice. The Golden Bough They brought him propitiatory gifts, such as are usually deposited in the fetich huts or mzimu. Five Weeks in a Balloon Meanwhile, the old men said to one another, "When the day of the Festival of the Fire cometh, we will sacrifice him on the mountain, as a propitiatory offering whereby we shall pleasure the Fire." The Book of the Thousand Nights and a Night — Volume 03 Like many a man before him and after, Smith casts about for a propitiatory wonder. Pioneers of the Old South: a chronicle of English colonial beginnings Then let us trust upon his only death, and look for none other sacrifice propitiatory, than the same bloody sacrifice, the lively sacrifice; and not the dry sacrifice, but a bloody sacrifice. Sermons on the Card Lastly, in these harvests, as in the spring customs, the ritual is magical rather than propitiatory. The Golden Bough She then bestowed a propitiatory kiss, and ran off to dress for dinner; it was a much longer operation to-day than usual. A Simpleton When a bear is trapped or wounded by an arrow, the hunters go through an apologetic or propitiatory ceremony. Unbeaten Tracks in Japan But, far from feeling any of the pity which softens the hearts of the profane, Paphnutius rejoiced at these propitiatory sufferings of the flesh which had so sinned. Thais More he did not know, and, breaking into propitiatory smiles, he intimated that he was hungry and thirsty. Nostromo, a Tale of the Seaboard After the expiatory and propitiatory ceremony the Reverend Father Douillard ascended the pulpit. Penguin Island Rosa sat with them a little while after dinner, then rose, bestowed another propitiatory kiss on her father's head, and retired with a modest blush, and a look at Christopher that was almost divine. A Simpleton Did you—did you wash this cutter when you got upstairs, or—or—" she added, with a propitiatory glance at Mr. Gryce—"wipe it off at any time between then and now? Initials Only "No," I replied with as propitiatory a smile as I could muster up in face of his brusk forbidding expression. The Woman in the Alcove Mr. Ledbetter, by an effort, smiled a wan propitiatory smile. Twelve Stories and a Dream Here the admiring and propitiatory reporters were wont to sit and transpose the music of Senorita Alvarita's talk into the more florid key of the press. Heart of the West Their bearing was faintly propitiatory; only the man in the big turban remained fanatically aloof, keeping his eyes fixed on the ground. The Rescue A Romance of the Shallows His face, accordingly, wore anything but a propitiatory look, when promptly at the hour of seven, Orlando Brotherson entered his apartments. Initials Only When you are nearly out of money, he reasoned, to toss coins to the gods—i. e., to buy something quite unnecessary—may be propitiatory. Where the Blue Begins His anxious eyes and faintly propitiatory manner suggested an impending appeal. Soul of a Bishop Oh, for an altar on which to pour out propitiatory offerings! The Glimpses of the Moon A smile, intended to be propitiatory, appeared upon the pale face. Dope All this, words, intonation, the glimpsed attitude of the man in the cuddy, had an unexpected character, a something friendly in it—propitiatory. 'Twixt Land and Sea When I think of Bamtz, the first thing I see is that long black beard and a lot of propitiatory wrinkles at the corners of two little eyes. Within the Tides They follow freemasonry down—freemasonry of which one is chiefly reminded nowadays in England by propitiatory symbols outside shady public-houses.... The New Machiavelli He makes no attempt to be obscure or propitiatory in this connection. God the Invisible King He ascends the door-steps and is gliding into the dusky hall when he encounters, on the top step, a bowing and propitiatory little man. Bleak House Then approaching cringingly the keyhole, in a propitiatory tone he asked: “Do I go too, master?” Within the Tides |
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