Some of the abbots were raised to the episcopal throne, and with the possession of their cloisters and Prelacies retained also the vote at the diet which was attached to them.
"The Revolt of The Netherlands, Book II."
Frederich Schiller
The Prelacies, which were now transferred to the bishops, must henceforth serve another rule than the advantage of the province of whose states they had been members.
"The Revolt of The Netherlands, Book II."
Frederich Schiller
And when this be done, Duke William, give me not abbacies and Prelacies; multiply books, and stablish schools, and bid thy servant found the royalty of knowledge, as thou shalt found the sovereignty of war.
"Harold, Complete The Last Of The Saxon Kings"
Edward Bulwer-Lytton