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Evensong

noun

The sixth of the seven canonical hours of the divine office; early evening; now often made a public service on Sundays. Synonym: vespers.

(Anglican Church) a daily evening service with prayers prescribed in the Book of Common Prayer. Synonym: Evening Prayer.

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... as that caused by turning over the leaves of their books. At one o'clock the bell rang for None, a short service consisting of a hymn, two psalms, some collects, the Lord's Prayer, and versicles. Then the brethren washed themselves, had a stoup of wine in the frater, and worked until Evensong, which was followed by supper. After supper they read in the cloister until the bell rang for Collation, which consisted of a reading in the chapter-house, whence they retired to the fratery for a draught of wine or beer. Then followed Compline, and then ...

— English Villages • P. H. Ditchfield

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