gospel side

noun, often capitalized G

Definition of gospel side

: the left side of an altar or chancel as one faces it

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If future crossover success proved elusive, Mr. Hawkins was a regular at Grammy time on the gospel side, racking up 19 nominations and three more wins with various projects. — Neil Genzlinger, New York Times, "Edwin Hawkins, Known for the Hit ‘Oh Happy Day,’ Is Dead at 74," 15 Jan. 2018 On the gospel side, Tamela Mann rules as Top Gospel Artist of 2017 (and Top Female). — Jim Asker, Billboard, "The Year in Christian & Gospel Charts: Hillsong Worship & Tamela Mann Lead Lists," 11 Dec. 2017

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