Sand glass

This church sand glass is from West Calder Parish Church in West Lothian. It was used in the 18th and 19th century.

Church sand-glass from the parish church of West Calder, 18th to 19th century

The preaching of God's word was central to Presbyterian worship. During the course of a Sunday the minister might preach three separate sermons, at great length and without notes, timing himself with an hour glass.

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Online ID:	000-100-000-402-C
Image Rights Holder:	National Museums Scotland
Project:	0098: National Museums Scotland Project description \| View all records in project
Ref:	National Museums Scotland H.KJ 37
Date:	18th - 19th century 18th century
Material:	Glass, sand
Dimensions:	158 mm H x 87 mm Dia
What:	Sand glass, church
Subject:	Ecclesiastical, miscellaneous, vestments (NMAS Classification)
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Where:	Scotland, Midlothian, West Calder (parish church)
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