and around Quebec, the use of the names of holy objects such as "câlice" (a variation of calice, which is the French word for chalice) can be an alternate form of cursing. Somewhat equivalent to the American word "goddam" or the phrase "God damn it", the use of "câlice" or "tabarnak" (a variation of tabernacle) as an interjection is not uncommon in Quebec. For example: "Câlice! I forgot to lock the front door" or muttering "tabarnak" under your breath after you get a flat tire. Presumably a derivation of "taking the Lord's name in vain". Czech Republic With reference to the Hussite movement in the Kingdom of Bohemia, besides religious use, the chalice also became one of the unofficial national symbols of the Czechs. It is frequently used in Czech national symbolism and it is part of many historical banners. See also Ablution in Christianity Ardagh Chalice Chalice of Crossdrum Ciborium Communion under both kinds Corporal (liturgy) Derrynaflan Chalice Holy Grail Intinction Paten Tassilo Chalice The Oxburgh Chalice The Silver Chalice Treasure of Gourdon Notes External links "Chalice" article from the Catholic Encyclopedia Stem glass classification Material Culture of the Mendicant Orders in Ireland, a selection of photographs of and detailed information about religious artefacts, mainly chalices, belonging to the Irish Franciscans. A UCD Digital Library Collection. Ceremonial magic Drinkware Eucharistic objects Honorary weapons Religious terminology Ritual weapons Magic items Wiccan terminology