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Spear

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The [['''spear]] ''' is a cutting implement in a shape of a lance which represents the lance used to pierce the side of [[Jesus]] 's side at the [[Crucifixion]]. It is used in the Proskomide (slSl. Proskomidia), the service of preparation for the [[Divine Liturgy]] , where it is used to cut the portions of the [[Prosphora|Prosphoroprosphora]] that are placed on the [[Patenpaten]]. The cutting of the Prosphoro prosphora in preparation for [[Holy CommunionEucharist]] reminds us of the Lord's saving Passion. {{stub}}[[Category:Liturgical objects]] [[el:Αγία Λόγχη]][[ro:Copie]]
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