A Tour of Holy Name Cathedral
North State Street at Superior Street,  Chicago  Illinois

 

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7. Cathedra (Bishop’s Chair)

Behind the altar, on a platform raised against the sanctuary wall is the Cathedra, the Bishop’s chair, the genesis of the word "Cathedral." This simple carved chair features three panels depicting our first Christian teachers, Christ (center) and Saint Peter (left) and Saint Paul (right).

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Holy Name Cathedral
735 North State Street
Chicago, IL 60611
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