Shoriah (Censer)
What do the bells on the shoriah represent?
The bells on the shoriah represent the 12 deciples.
Who does the eagle creature symbolize?
The eagle creature symbolizes John.
Can there be icons of Jesus?
Yes, there can be icons of Jesus!
How many bells are on a shoriah?
There are 12 bells on a shoriah.
Who does the man-creature symbolize?
The man-creature symbolizes Matthew.
Can icons represent events?
Yes!
The single chain that runs down to connect to the Heaven segment of the censer symbolizes___________.
The single chain that runs down to connect to the Heaven segment of the censer symbolizes that the oneness of the Lord is confirmed in Heaven.
Who does the lion creature symbolize?
The lion creature symbolizes Mark.
True or False:
Icons are not just human pictures or visual aids to contemplation and prayer.
True!
The piece of burning coal which lies in the womb symbolizes_____________.
The piece of burning coal which lies in the womb symbolizes the Lord Jesus Christ.
Who does the ox creature symbolize?
The ox creature symbolizes Luke.
True or False:
We worship icons.
False.
We do not worship icons, the only One we worship is Jesus Christ.
The bottom piece of the censer symbolizes________________.
The bottom piece of the censer symbolizes the Mother of God, Saint Mary
How many Living Creatures are there?
There are 4 Living Creatures.
True or False:
In the Orthodox Church, the icons bear witness to the reality of God’s presence with us in the mystery of faith.
True!