fences the tables

A form of fence the tables — To make a solemn address to those who present themselves to commune at the Lord's Supper, on the feelings appropriate to the service, in order to hinder, so far as possible, those who are unworthy from approaching the table.

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Meanings

verb
  1. indicativepresentsingularthird personthird-person singular simple present indicative of fence the tables
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