Definitions for mystery play
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Random House Webster's College Dictionary
mys′tery play`(n.)
a medieval drama based on a Bible story, usu. about Christ.
Category: Literature, Religion
Ref: Compare miracle play, morality play.
Origin of mystery play:
1850–55
Princeton's WordNet
mystery play(noun)
a medieval play representing episodes from the life of Christ
Wiktionary
mystery play(Noun)
A medieval dramatic performance depicting events from Christian scriptures, especially events from the life of Jesus Christ.
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