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The mitre is worn by priests during liturgical functions.
The mitre is worn by priests during liturgical functions.
False
The chasuble is a square cloth used to prevent dirt or insects from falling into the chalice.
The chasuble is a square cloth used to prevent dirt or insects from falling into the chalice.
False
The alb is a long, white, robe-like vestment worn only by bishops during liturgical celebrations.
The alb is a long, white, robe-like vestment worn only by bishops during liturgical celebrations.
False
The corporal is a plate on which the bread is placed and consecrated during the Mass.
The corporal is a plate on which the bread is placed and consecrated during the Mass.
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Priests wear a zucchetto during the liturgy.
Priests wear a zucchetto during the liturgy.
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The purificator is a large cloth used to cover the altar.
The purificator is a large cloth used to cover the altar.
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Cardinals wear a precious mitre in the presence of the Pope.
Cardinals wear a precious mitre in the presence of the Pope.
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The alb can be traced back to the ancient Roman cloak worn over a tunic.
The alb can be traced back to the ancient Roman cloak worn over a tunic.
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The corporal is folded 3 times each way to form 9 equal squares when not in use.
The corporal is folded 3 times each way to form 9 equal squares when not in use.
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The pall is stiffened with starch or plastic to prevent it from falling into the chalice.
The pall is stiffened with starch or plastic to prevent it from falling into the chalice.
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Study Notes
Sacred Vestments
- Dalmatic: a sleeved vestment worn by deacons and bishops, symbolizing charity, justice, and the sufferings of Christ.
- Alb: a long white, robe-like vestment worn by all clerics, symbolizing purity and immortality, and recalling the ancient Roman alb.
- Stole: a long, scarf-like vestment worn by priests and deacons, symbolizing the clerical office and the yoke of Christ.
- Amice: a rectangular piece of white linen worn underneath the alb to cover the neck, recalling the humiliation of Christ.
- Cincture: a belt worn around the waist to tie the alb, symbolizing chastity.
Vessels and Utensils
- Chalice: a cup used to hold the Precious Blood of the Lord during Mass.
- Ciborium: a vessel used to contain the Hosts reserved in the tabernacle, resembling a paten with a lid.
- Cruets: vessels used to hold the wine and water during Mass.
- Pitcher and Basin: used to hold and catch the water for the washing of the presider's hands.
- Communion Plate: used during communion.
- Corporal: a sacred cloth of white linen placed on the altar during Mass.
- Pall: a square of linen used to prevent dirt or insects from falling into the chalice.
- Purificator: a small piece of white absorbent linen used to clean the chalice.
Headwear
- Zucchetto: a silk yarmulka-like skullcap worn by bishops, with the Pope's being white, cardinals' being scarlet, and bishops' being violet.
- Mitre: a headdress worn by bishops, imitating the Old Testament priestly headcovering, and worn at liturgical functions.
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This quiz covers the role of the deacon in the Eucharistic Liturgy, including their vestments and actions during the ceremony.
