fence the tables | Idiomator

Meaning: (Scotland,Christianity,historical,idiomatic)To make a solemn address to those who present themselves tocommuneat theLord's Supper, on the feelings appropriate to the service, in order to hinder, so far as possible, those who are unworthy from approaching the table.January 19 1840,Robert Murray M'Cheyne,MemoirsFelt great help infencing the tables1902, John Buchan,The Outgoing of the Tide:To be the bride of Christ was the thought that filled her heart; and when, at thefencing of the table, Dr. Chrystal preached from Matthew nine and fifteen, 'Can the children of the bridechamber mourn as long as the bridegroom is with them?' it was remarked by sundry that Ailie's face was liker the countenance of an angel than of a mortal lass.

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