Credence

Reliance of the mind on evidence of facts derived from other sources than personal knowledge; belief; credit; confidence.

That which gives a claim to credit, belief, or confidence; as, a letter of credence.

The small table by the side of the altar or communion table, on which the bread and wine are placed before being consecrated.

A cupboard, sideboard, or cabinet, particularly one intended for the display of rich vessels or plate, and consisting chiefly of open shelves for that purpose.

To give credence to; to believe.

the mental attitude that something is believable and should be accepted as true; "he gave credence to the gossip"; "acceptance of Newtonian mechanics was unquestioned for 200 years"