What not to do with the life-giving cross

It is no secret that a cross is not a decoration at all, but Christian. Therefore, it must be treated responsibly and with respect. It is important to know a few simple rules. For example, can you wear a cross over your clothes or on a precious chain? We will tell you more about these and other nuances today.



Is it possible to wear a cross: the rules of the cross is a personal thing of a person. It should not be pretentious and provocative. On the contrary, it is best to choose simple and imperceptible options without stones and other details. The cross is not bragged or displayed. Since people wear a cross without removing it, you should not choose large crosses. It's just uncomfortable and makes no sense.



In general, buying a new cross is a controversial event. After all, during baptism, the priest hangs a simple cross around the neck of a child or an adult. To change it to more expensive or beautiful is a bad tone. This makes sense if the cross breaks or deteriorates. It is necessary to change it to a new cross in the church.

It is important to understand that the cross becomes a powerful amulet of a person only when it is consecrated in the church. You can't do it yourself, even if you know special prayers. The right to conduct such a ceremony is only for priests.



A true Christian will not wear a cross over his clothes. After all, from the very name it follows that it should be found exclusively on the body, that is, on the neck. And why even pull the holy amulet from under the shirt or sweatshirt? That's no reason to brag!

Do not confuse the cross with the cross. His clergymen put on cassocks during services and other ceremonies. This attribute of faith looks more majestic and can be decorated additionally. However, at the same time, the priest certainly has the same simple cross as you.

Do not remove the cross without an obvious reason for this. It works as a talisman only when it is on the neck. If you have to remove the cross, it is best to recite the prayer when you wear it again.

During baptism, the priest usually hangs a cross on a regular rope. There is no strict prohibition against changing a rope for a chain of precious metal. But again, don't forget the bragging moment. One way or another, the new chain must also be consecrated.



© Freepik The rope or chain must contain nothing but the cross itself. It is forbidden to hang various amulets or zodiacal symbols together with the cross. If for some reason your cross has fallen into disrepair, do not throw it away for nothing. Take the cross to the church where you can replace it with a new one.

It is also forbidden to wear someone else’s cross. That is, one that is potentially sanctified for another person (for example, found on the street). If your relatives gave you a cross (you did not have it before), having previously consecrated it in the church, you can undoubtedly wear such an amulet.



There is also an opinion that one should not wear a cross with a crucifix. However, this is more prejudice than truth. There is nothing forbidden in such a wearable symbol. The main thing is to put it on the crucifix outside, not inside.

And the last question for today: is it possible to wear a cross that was not consecrated in the church? There are no strict bans. However, such a cross will not be considered a talisman, but an ordinary decoration. You probably remember how the church feels about this. Pass the rite of baptism and consecrate the cross at any age.



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