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Pectoral Cross: Definition and Liturgical Use

The pectoral cross is a sacred item of Orthodox clergy vestments, worn on the chest as a visible sign of priestly or episcopal rank.

Characteristics of the Pectoral Cross

  • Type: Cross worn on the chest
  • Assigned to clergy members
  • Liturgical vestment accessory

The pectoral cross is used during Divine Liturgies and other church services, symbolizing faith and priestly authority within Orthodox Christian worship.