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Stigmata is the answer given by Father Thurifer as the reason behind the chronic fidgeting of Eudoxia Faldstool (Saint Fidgeta and Other Parodies; 23).

Inspiration[]

Stigmata is a term used by members of the Christian faith to describe body marks, sores, or sensations of pain in locations corresponding to the crucifixion wounds of Jesus Christ, such as the hands, wrists, and feet[1].

Reference[]

  1. Wikipedia: Stigmata