Roman Catholic AnswerThe paten is used to hold the Host during Mass.
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That is a purificator.
The Eucharistic plate is called a paten. It is used to hold the bread or wafers during the Eucharistic celebration in Christian religious services.
That is called a paten
The purificator is a small white cloth used in the Mass to purify the chalice and paten after the distribution of Holy Communion. It symbolizes the cleansing and purification of the vessels and reminds us of the purity and sanctity of the sacrament. It also serves as a practical way to prevent any particles of the consecrated bread and wine from being lost or desecrated.
it is a blessed object and used in the service of the holy mass; not particularly sacred.
it is a blessed object and used in the service of the holy mass; not particularly sacred.
The communion plate is called the "paten" derived from the Latin word "patina," meaning shallow dish or plate. This term emphasizes its function as a vessel for holding the bread used in the Eucharist during Christian services. Typically made of metal, the paten symbolizes the sacredness of the communion elements, reflecting their importance in the liturgy.
Here's a list of what is on the Altar for the Liturgy of the Eucharist: Altar Cloth Beeswax candles Paten {gold plate for the host (bread)} Chalice (gold cup for the wine) Coporal Purificator (cloth for wiping the chalice) Sacramentary (book of prayers and blessings for the Mass) Small crucifix Hosts in vessels Wine in a cruet Water in a cruet
It's called a paten (pronounced PATT-en).
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