The Communion Cloth (Maktro) is the cotton fabric used during Holy Communion by the Priest and the faithful.
According to tradition, the Communion Cloth is a red fabric that symbolizes the bloody chlamys of Jesus Christ after his scourging by the soldiers.
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"...The 2 Nativity icons arrived yesterday afternoon and are well received. As expected, they are both beautiful - as also exclaimed by our 8 year-old son, Nicholas, who claimed one for his new icon wall and altar in his bedroom. The other has been given to a nearby monastery who expresses gratitude. Thank you so much for your help with our prayers for the new year. ..."
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