Miter "Crown with Evangelists" — an Orthodox bishop's headdress richly adorned with images of the four Evangelists
The Miter "Crown with Evangelists" is a distinctive liturgical headpiece designed specifically for Orthodox bishops, symbolizing spiritual authority and featuring representations of the four Holy Evangelists.
Characteristics
- Headdress in the form of a crown
- Decorated with icons or images of the four Evangelists: Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John
- Intended for hierarchical use in Orthodox Christian worship
This miter is worn during Divine Liturgies and major Orthodox services, underscoring the bishop’s role as a successor of the Apostles and a custodian of the Gospel within the church sanctuary.