Pectoral Cross

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.