The influence, besides, of the ancient institutions was much more universal.

The Prefect body form an important and ancient institution within the School.

But there is a "huge leap" from this to the ancient institution of marriage, he says.

He spoke about gradually building up the ancient institution, which would take several generations.

It was an ancient institution whose roots are unclear.

Protected by their ancient institution, priests could afford to be cynical, to play both ends against the middle.

It is the most ancient state-supported institution of higher education and research in the world.

And he gives only passing mention to that ancient human institution, warfare.

Like other countries, Japan is trying to adjust an ancient institution to the demands of modern society, but the efforts have occasionally been clumsy.

In 1926 the ancient institution of communal autonomy was abolished.