Orthodox Christian Byzantine Divine Liturgy Color Antimens Antimension without backing
An antimension is a vital component in Orthodox Christian worship, used during the Divine Liturgy. It is a rectangular piece of cloth, typically made of linen or silk, upon which the Divine Liturgy is celebrated. The antimension contains an icon usually of the burial of Christ and is consecrated by a bishop. It serves as a portable altar, allowing the Divine Liturgy to be celebrated in places where a fixed altar is not available.
Regarding an antimension without a backing, so you can use your preferred backing and to ensure it is safe for the consecration of a temple, as colors from backings can "run" during the consecration procedure do to the essential oils present. This particular antimens is colored and measures 23 inches x 15.5 without the white border that we have left for sewing purposes.
Orthodox Christian Byzantine Divine Liturgy Color Antimens Antimension without backing
An antimension is a vital component in Orthodox Christian worship, used during the Divine Liturgy. It is a rectangular piece of cloth, typically made of linen or silk, upon which the Divine Liturgy is celebrated. The antimension contains an icon usually of the burial of Christ and is consecrated by a bishop. It serves as a portable altar, allowing the Divine Liturgy to be celebrated in places where a fixed altar is not available.
Regarding an antimension without a backing, so you can use your preferred backing and to ensure it is safe for the consecration of a temple, as colors from backings can "run" during the consecration procedure do to the essential oils present. This particular antimens is colored and measures 23 inches x 15.5 without the white border that we have left for sewing purposes.
