Bishop Silver w/ Red Stones Pectoal Cross

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Click Double your traffic. Get Vendio Gallery - Now FREE! Bishop Silver w/ Red Stones Pectoal Cross Silver with Red stones Bishops Consecration Pectoral Cross This is an exclusive silver with Red stones bishops pectoal cross. This cross is absolutely magnificent. The cross has ruby colored stones inset on a silver cross, combine that with an elegant cross design and this is a superb cross. The cross has a celtic design, with the cross ends flaring out at the ends and red stones inset. Perfect for a Bishops consecration or just to add to your collection. Size = 3 3/4" tall x 2 3/4" wide Finish = Silver plate Stones = 5 large ruby colored stones, and 74 small ruby colored stones. Ring on back of cross for chain The Pectoral Cross quite possibly began as a reliquary worn by bishops, not as an insignia of special privilege, but as an object of devotion.Since the 17th century, in addition to being a Christian symbol, the Pectoral Cross has acquired an additional function as a status symbol. It is worn almost exclusively by higher ranking clergy such as cardinals and bishops, at the centre of the chest (Latin pectoralis ), and traditionally made from precious metals or gemstones. These days, the Pectoral Cross is seen only on ceremonial occasions. Being such a large cross, it looks ridiculous and too dramatic if worn with ordinary street clothes.More commonly seen is a Clergy Cross , less ornate than a Pectoral Cross, typically made of steel with a pewter finish, sometimes coated in silver or gold, and sometimes made of wood. Clergy wear these on a 30 inch chain to decorate drab pulpit apparel, or simply as an alternative to any special clergy attire.But back to the Pectoral Cross. Why does a bishop need this cross, or indeed any status symbol?T is nothing mysterious about a group of religious people (Christians, for example) wishing to build a magnificent cathedral in which to worship God. The faithful have given money and property to the Church, and the Church has accumulated vast wealth. It has the authority and responsibility to be guardian of this wealth; a relic of Pagan times, when priests would be charged with looking after res sacr? . Because such property was considered sacred, it was no longer 'wealth' in the worldly sense.It is generally accepted that the Church should not be dependant on the State and consequently sufficient funds are required for the Church to fulfill its duties. In today's more secular society, res sacr? makes the Church appear obscenely wealthy, mocking Christ's teaching that His servants should humbly sell their riches and give to the poor. Of course, substantial amounts of money do flow out from time to time; settling litigation or investment failures on the stock market, but generally, the Church's cup still runneth over.The traditional holder of the purse strings at a diocesan level has been the bishop - a man with not only spiritual authority but also the role of managing director. It is not surprising that various trappings have evolved for such an important person, including special vestments and other regalia. One of these status symbols is the Pectoral Cross . Compared to a modest Lapel Pin Cross, the Pectoral Cross is over-large. Just as a managing director's company car is two or three litres larger than his subordinates', the Pectoral Cross, whilst a beautiful religious symbol, is also a status symbol andale andalesell Payment Options: PayPal Shipping Discount(Dom): 60% off shipping charge for multiple items Shipping Options: Shipping Carrier Domestic International USPS First Class Mail (2 to 5 business days) $5.80 - USPS Priority (2 to 3 business days) $5.80 - USPS Parcel Post (2 to 9 business days) $5.80 - USPS Media Mail (2 to 9 business days) $5.80 - USPS First-Class Mail International - $7.80 I will ship to: USA and Internationally Dynamic Devotions Welcome to Dynamic D... read more

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