PRIESTLY ITEMS

In Priestly Items there are items to decorate the vestments of the priest and others for the despotic appearance depending on the circumstances and the sacraments being celebrated.

The Despotic Rod made of precious metals and on its top with the characteristic decoration of two snakes closing in the middle the sacred symbol of the Cross.

The Despotic Cane held by the Bishops is wooden and its handle is silver-plated screw with decoration.

The Episthetic Cross is a symbol of self-denial, offering and sacrificial ministry. Episthetic Cross an ornament carved in wood or of precious metals in various colors, hung from a gold or silver chain on the priest's chest.

The Engolpium rests on a gold or silver chain on the High Priest's chest. It symbolizes the seal and confession of faith. It is an oval-shaped metal icon, decorated with colorful stones or enamels. It usually bears the representation of the Virgin Mary holding Jesus.

Cufflinks decorate the vestments of the priest and are made of brass in various colors and designs, such as the double-headed Eagle and the sacred symbol of the Cross.

In addition, the Priestly Veils complete the image of the ecclesiastical articles but are also necessary for the performance of some of the Most Holy Mysteries.

The Wipes are the red cloth that the priest holds during the holy sacrament of Holy Communion at the base of the Holy Chalice for the Communion of the faithful.

The Chalice and Gospel Covers in velvet and various colors as well as the gold embroidered bookmarks for the Holy Gospels.

Ripidia are velvet fabrics that are placed in the Dikerotrikera Candlesticks on the Holy Altar. There are additionally Ribbon Sets embroidered in various colors and fabrics of velvet, satin and rip for the decoration of the Candlesticks during chants and for the blessing of the faithful.

Cushions for velvet and gold embroidery are placed on the Despotic Throne and the Archontariki.

The Banners used in litanies are sacred gold-embroidered velvet flags, usually in shades of burgundy and deep red, and have the image of Saints in the center.

The Ecclesiastical Sheets used symbolically for the priests to cover the body of the Crucified when they take it down from the Cross, and the Shroud (black and white) symbolizes the Holy Shroud of Jesus and is used on Good Friday during the Deposition and Burial of the Lord.