Keys of St. Peter |
Purple Stole |
The Stole symbolises the ordained priesthood. The priest is a representative of Christ who grants sacramental absolution, the stole is a long narrow strip of cloth worn over the shoulders. The stole signifies the priest’s authority to absolve sins and preside over the Sacraments. The priest is to wear the purple stole when he hears confession to symbolise repentance and sorrow.
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A Raised Hand |
The Sign of Cross |
The Scouring Whip |