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Why does the priest where vestments?

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The vestments symbolizes a greater meaning to that particular day.

For eg:

Green -

  • Ordinary Time

Violet - Mourning e.g. Lent

Red - Saint's days e.g St. Bartholomew's day

White (or Gold) - Festivals e.g Xmas, Easter

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