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Shire Mote

Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature

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Shirer, John Wesley
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the highest of the three motes, or courts among the Saxons, was held twice a year, and was composed of the freeholders. Hearing both civil and ecclesiastical causes, the shire mote was presided over by an ealdorman and a bishop, who were not the absolute judges, being present chiefly to keep order and advise. Cases were decided by the majority of votes. See Hill, English Monastism, p.199.

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McClintock, John. Strong, James. Entry for 'Shire Mote'. Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature. https://www.studylight.org/​encyclopedias/​eng/​tce/​s/shire-mote.html. Harper & Brothers. New York. 1870.
 
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