Prayer Rope – 33 Knots Jesus Christ – Mount Athos

Description

Prayer Rope with 33 knots and Jesus Christ.
This authentic monastic prayer rope is a genuine handmade piece crafted by Athonite monks as part of their spiritual obedience. Created with great care and devotion, it reflects the deep tradition of Mount Athos, where prayer ropes are the most well-known monastic handicraft. The proceeds from their sale help monks cover their daily needs and support the maintenance of cells and sketes.

Prayer Rope: Usage
A prayer rope typically consists of 33 or 100 knots, but can also be larger, with 200 or even 300 knots.

It is an essential tool for prayer, used by monks, clergy, and laypeople. Each time a short prayer is recited, one knot is counted, allowing for better concentration, repetition tracking, and timekeeping.

The History of Prayer Ropes
According to Christian tradition, prayer ropes date back to Saint Pachomius in 320 A.D.. Seeking a method to help monks maintain focus during prayer, he was visited in a dream by Archangel Gabriel, who showed him how to craft the perfect tool for spiritual practice. Thus, the prayer rope was created as a divine gift to aid the faithful in prayer.

Length: 26 cm
Origin: Mount Athos