Epitaphios of the Savior, hand-made, painted, 180x110, velvet

Epitaphios of the Savior, hand-made, painted, 180x110, velvet — description and application

The Epitaphios of the Savior, hand-made, painted, 180x110, velvet, is a liturgical textile used in Orthodox church worship during Holy Week.

Characteristics

• Type: Epitaphios of the Savior
• Technique: Hand-made, painted
• Dimensions: 180x110 cm
• Material: Velvet

Material and Liturgical Purpose

This Epitaphios is crafted from velvet, adorned with hand-painted iconography, and serves as a central element for veneration on Great Friday and the Holy Saturday procession, symbolizing the burial shroud of Christ.

Use in the Orthodox Church

The Epitaphios is displayed in the center of the temple, placed on the Holy Table or a specially prepared bier, allowing the faithful to express reverence during the services that commemorate the Passion and Burial of the Savior.