GirdleA belt without a buckle, especially if a cord or rope, is called a girdle in various contexts, especially historical ones, where girdles were a very common part of everyday clothing from antiquity until perhaps the 15th century, especially for women. Most girdles were practical pieces of costume to hold other pieces in place, but some were loose and essentially for decoration. Among the elite these might include precious metals and jewels.
Zone (vestment)The zone ( or ; Greek: ζώνη, romanized: zṓnē) is a form of girdle or belt common in the ancient . In ancient Greece, the zone was traditionally worn by women. In ancient GreeceCultural significanceFor ancient Greek women, the zone is used as a sign of their sexual maturity, since pre-pubescent girls do not wear them. However, younger girls do wear zones, but an unbelted version of it.
Cardinal (Catholic Church)Senior church officialThe coat of arms of a cardinal (who is a bishop or archbishop) is indicated by a red galero (wide-brimmed hat) with 15 tassels on each side (the motto and escutcheon are proper to the individual cardinal).A cardinal is a senior member of the clergy of the Catholic Church. As titular members of the clergy of the Diocese of Rome, they serve as advisors to the pope, who is the bishop of Rome and the visible head of the worldwide Catholic Church.
Anglican CommunionInternational Christian communionThe Anglican Communion (AC) is a Christiancommunion consisting of the autocephalous national and regional churches historically in full communion with the See of Canterbury. Member churches exercise jurisdictional independence but share a common heritage concerning Anglican identity and commitment to scripture, tradition, and reason as sources of authority.
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Eastern Orthodox ChurchSecond-largest Christian church
VestmentVestments are liturgical garments and articles associated primarily with the Christian religion, especially by Eastern Churches, Catholics (of all rites), Lutherans, and Anglicans. Many other groups also make use of liturgical garments; among the Reformed (Calvinist) Churches this was a point of controversy in the Protestant Reformation and sometimes since, in particular during the ritualist controversies in the Church of England in the 19th century.
Catholic ChurchChristian church based in Rome
Bishops in the Catholic ChurchIn the Catholic Church, a bishop is an ordainedminister who holds the fullness of the sacrament of holy orders and is responsible for teaching doctrine, governing Catholics in his jurisdiction, sanctifying the world and representing the church. Catholics trace the origins of the office of bishop to the apostles, who it is believed were endowed with a special charism and office by the Holy Spirit at Pentecost.
SashBand of fabric worn on the bodyPhilip V, King of Spain wearing two types of sash: a red waist sash and the blue sash (Cordon Bleu) of the Order of the Holy SpiritA sash is a large and usually colorful ribbon or band of material worn around the human body, either draping from one shoulder to the opposing hip and back up, or else encircling the waist.Christian liturgyChristian liturgy is a pattern for worship used (whether recommended or prescribed) by a Christian congregation or denomination on a regular basis. The term liturgy comes from Greek and means "public work". Within Christianity, liturgies descending from the same region, denomination, or culture are described as ritual families or rites. When Christians meet for worship, they perform a liturgy (work), offering service to God together.
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LiturgyLiturgy is the customary public ritual of worship performed by a religious group. As a religious phenomenon, liturgy represents a communal response to and participation in the sacred through activities reflecting praise, thanksgiving, remembrance, supplication, or repentance. It forms a basis for establishing a relationship with God or the divine. Technically speaking, liturgy forms a subset of ritual.*As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.