Representations
What does the chosen orban represent?
Jesus Christ.
Why does the number of orban have to be odd?
Because when one is chosen, there is an even number which reminds us of how Christ sent out the disciples/apostles out two-by-two.
What number orban is made?
An odd number (3, 5, 7, or 9).
What is the first thing abouna does? (Hint: he makes a shape with his arms.)
He crosses his arms to start choosing the best orban.
What do the left over orban represent?
The disciples and/or the apostles.
Why are there two deacons standing next to abouna?
How many deacons stand next to abouna?
Two.
What is the first thing abouna does after choosing the orban and anointing it with the wine?
He washes it with water.
Why does abouna have to choose the best orban?
It represents how Christ is perfect.
Why do abouna and the deacons smell the wine?
To make sure it is good, pure, and a worthy offering.
Which deacon holds the wine, and which one holds the water?
The deacon on the right holds the wine, and the deacon on the left holds the water.
What happens after abouna washes the orban?
He covers it with a white linen cloth and places a cross on top of it.
The baptism of Jesus.
Why does Abouna wash the orban?
What shape does abouna make with his arms while choosing the orban?
A cross.
What does the congregation do while the Offering of the Lamb is happening?
Singing kerie elayson 41 times.
What does the sideways cross on top of the chosen orban represent?
It represents Christ carrying the cross sideways.
Why do abouna and the deacons make a procession (walk) around the alter?
We are announcing that Jesus is coming to save us.
What is the first thing abouna does after choosing the orban?
He washes the chosen orban with water.
What is the last thing that happens?
Abouna and the deacons make a procession around the alter.