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The Prosverin

Prosverin Explained

The Altar

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Prosverin (Altar Veil)


Covering the altar and the oblation

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Located inside the sanctuary (Holy of Holies), is where the offerings are consecrated and sanctified

Altar's Veil

  • The Greek word "Prosverin" means "to offer the oblation."

  • It is a cover placed over the holy elements on the altar.

  • It is placed after the Prayer of Thanksgiving (Offering Prayers) and removed after the Reconciliation prayer (Liturgy of the Faithful).

  • It symbolizes the stone that the angel rolled away after the Lord's resurrection.

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