Blue Orthodox Chalice Cover and Veil Set - Embroidered With Protection Icon
Handmade Orthodox chalice cover and veil set in rich blue velvet, beautifully embroidered with the Virgin Mary, crosses, and white lilies. This liturgical set includes one large “air” (veil) measuring 50×70 cm and two chalice covers sized 15×15×15 cm. Crafted with high-quality embroidery, the set is designed for use in the Divine Liturgy, covering the chalice and diskos with reverence and beauty. Perfect for Orthodox churches, clergy, and as a meaningful liturgical gift.
"Also on this table is a special liturgical knife, symbolically called the spear, that is used for cutting the eucharistic bread (prosphora) and a liturgical spoon for administering holy communion to the people. There are also special covers for the chalice and diskos and a cruciform piece of metal called the asterisk or star that holds the cover over the eucharistic bread on the diskos. A sponge and cloths for drying the chalice after the liturgy are also usually kept here. The Prothesis is decorated in a manner similar to that of the altar table. Above the Prothesis may be found various icons, often one of Christ praying in Gethsemene: "Let this cup pass..."
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Fabric
Velvet cotton
Size
23x27 aer
















