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Xenodochia

Scope note

Use for establishments providing for the care and accommodation of pilgrims and strangers, especially in Classical through Medieval contexts.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

30007190

Broader Terms used

hospices

Equivalent Terms used

xenodochium

Created

12yrs ago

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