The Holy Qurbana
Why do we call the Holy Qurbana a sacrifice
The Holy Qurbana (Holy Mass) is a re-presentation of the sacrifice performed by Jesus for the redemption of our sins
Madbaha
Located on the east-most end of the church, this is symbolic of heaven
Sanctuary
Symbolic of Christ himself and the sacrifice he made for us
The Cross
Kotina
Which two sacraments were initiated during the Last Supper
The Holy Eucharist and Holy Orders
Altar
Where the priests and deacon put on their vestments to prepare for liturgy
Sacristy
Placed on the right side of the altar to symbolize Jesus sitting on the right side of the Heavenly Father
The Gospel Book
Draped behind the neck to indicate priestly authority
Urara
The Holy Qurbana is divided into two parts
Liturgy of the Word and Liturgy of the Eucharist
On either sides of the altar, this is where the preparations of the sacrificial offerings are arranged
Beth-gaze
Where the choir usually stands
Questroma
The Sacred Body is kept in this place
Zunara
Mar Addai and Mar Mari
The relics of the martyrs are located here
Beth-sahade
Symbolic of Earth
Hykla
Used for the Sacred Body and Blood during Holy Qurbana
The Chalice and Paten
Symbolize readiness to serve
Zande
During the Qurbana, this is used to symbolize forgiveness of sins and prayers being lifted to heaven
Incense
Contains the Holy Eucharist for communion and adoration
Tabernacle
Symbolic of Earthly Paradise
Bema
Indicates the Everlasting Presence of Christ
The Everglowing Lamp
"vestment of justice"
Paina