Those with leprosy, known as ‘lepers’, were made to wear distinctive clothing and carry a bell or a clapper (like this) to warn people of their approach. The clappers may also have been used to attract attention for donations.

Those with leprosy, known as ‘lepers’, were made to wear distinctive clothing and carry a bell or a clapper (like this) to warn people of their approach. The clappers may also have been used to attract attention for donations.

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