Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church Liturgical Vestments Quiz

Where did the designs and colours of the liturgical vestments come from?

• Personal preferences

• Scriptures

• Cultural traditions

• Historical events

What do the five hanging strips on the deacon's robe represent?

• Five pillars of faith

• Five continents of the world

• Five senses of human body

• Five elements of nature

What is the significance of the phelonion worn by priests?

• Embodies righteousness

• Signifies purity

• Represents authority

• Symbolizes humility

Why do monks wear black tunics?

• To show authority

• To represent mourning

• To symbolize spiritual poverty

• To blend in with the surroundings

What is the meaning of the priestly stole or epitrachelion?

• Embodies the love of God

• Symbolizes the yoke of priesthood

• Represents the burden of sin

• Signifies the journey of life

What is the significance of the head covering worn by monks?

• Symbolizes the 12 tribes of Israel

• Represents the 12 apostles

• Signifies the 12 disciples of Jesus

• Embodies the 12 virtues of Christianity

According to the text, what must priests not do with their beards?

• Dye them

• Shave them off

• Braid them

• Trim them into a specific shape

What is the purpose of the chasuble worn by the clergy?

• To signify the authority of the clergy

• To represent the robe of salvation

• To symbolize the armor of God

• To keep warm during services

What is the significance of the golden garments mentioned in the text?

• Signifies the purity of the priests

• Represents the glory of God

• Embodies the authority of the clergy

• Symbolizes wealth and prosperity

According to the text, what is forbidden regarding the liturgical vestments?

• Wearing them in other places for other purposes

• Altering them for fashion purposes

• Using them for personal clothing

• Selling them for profit