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Baptismal Font

The basin used for triple immersion in Holy Baptism, signifying burial and resurrection with Christ and entry into the life of the Church.

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§ 02 - Related Terms

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Entries from the lexicon that share the same corner of Orthodox worship and thought as Baptismal Font.

GlossaryBaptismal ShellA small vessel or shell used to pour consecrated water over the newly illumined, highlighting the cleansing and anointing aspects of Baptism.GlossaryHoly Water FontA vessel holding blessed water for the faithful to cross themselves and drink, recalling Baptism and invoking God’s sanctification in daily life.GlossaryEpitaphiosAn embroidered icon of Christ’s burial used on Great and Holy Friday, venerated as the faithful accompany the Lord to the tomb in hope of the Resurrection.GlossaryNarthexThe entry space of the church where catechumens and penitents once stood, still serving as a place for lighting candles and beginning the transition into worship.
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