Priest’s Blessing Cross with Crucified Christ and Handle Priest’s Blessing Cross with Crucified Christ and Handle

Product detailed description

The Priest’s Blessing Cross with Crucified Christ and Handle is a wooden liturgical object designed for Orthodox and Greek Catholic priests. It may be used during divine services, blessings, prayers, church processions and other religious ceremonies.

The centre of the cross features a detailed depiction of the Crucified Jesus Christ. The upper section includes the traditional IC XC inscription and a plaque above Christ’s head. The lower section depicts Golgotha and Adam’s skull, symbolising Christ’s victory over sin and death.

The cross has traditionally shaped arm ends and an elongated handle decorated with a delicate plant ornament. Its handle provides a comfortable and secure grip during blessings and other liturgical acts.

Main Features

• wooden priest’s blessing cross,
• detailed depiction of the Crucified Christ,
• traditional IC XC inscription,
• Golgotha and Adam’s skull symbolism,
• traditionally shaped ends of the cross,
• elongated decorative handle,
• delicate plant ornament,
• comfortable and secure grip,
• suitable for Orthodox and Greek Catholic clergy,
• available in several wood types,
• choice of multiple colour finishes,
• made in Slovakia.

Liturgical Use

The blessing cross is suitable for:

• blessing the faithful,
• use during divine services,
• church processions,
• prayers and spiritual ceremonies,
• parish celebrations,
• ceremonial and jubilee occasions,
• display in a church, chapel or sacristy.

Suitable as a Gift

The cross is a meaningful gift:

• for priestly ordination,
• for an anniversary of priestly ministry,
• from a parish or church community,
• for a priest’s name day,
• for a significant church celebration,
• as a commemorative liturgical gift.

Available Finishes

The cross is available in several wood types and colour finishes. Depending on the current selection, it may be produced in a natural wood colour or with a gold, dark brown, silver-grey or another decorative finish.

The final colour, grain and appearance may vary slightly according to the chosen material and finish.

Product Specifications

• Product type: priest’s blessing cross
• Design: hand-held liturgical cross with handle
• Intended users: Orthodox and Greek Catholic priests
• Central motif: Crucified Jesus Christ
• Inscription: IC XC
• Lower symbolism: Golgotha and Adam’s skull
• Handle: elongated and decoratively shaped
• Ornament: plant motif
• Material: wood according to the selected variant
• Colour: according to the selected finish
• Intended use: blessings, divine services, prayers, processions and church ceremonies
• Package contents: 1 priest’s blessing cross
• Manufacturer: woodlaser.sk
• Country of manufacture: Slovakia
• Condition: new product

Care Instructions

Clean the surface with a soft, dry cloth. If necessary, use a slightly damp cloth and immediately wipe the cross dry.

Do not use abrasive cleaners, rough sponges, solvents or aggressive chemicals. Protect the product from direct contact with water, excessive moisture, high temperatures and sudden temperature changes.

Important Information

This cross is intended for liturgical and ceremonial use. Its use and blessing should follow the traditions and instructions of the appropriate church authority.

Wood is a natural material, so individual products may differ slightly in grain, colour shade and other natural characteristics. The appearance of decorative finishes may also vary from the product photographs.

Any stands, textiles or other decorative and liturgical objects shown in the photographs are not included unless otherwise stated.