Description

Woolen Prayer Rope with 100 Knots | Blue and Red Beads

A prayer rope, or *komboskini* (in Greek), is a rope traditionally made of black wool or silk thread, braided into knots. It serves as a tool for prayer, used by monks, clergy, and laypeople of the Orthodox Christian faith.
Each part of the prayer rope holds symbolic significance. It is primarily made from wool to remind members of the Church that they are the rational sheep of Jesus Christ (John 10:11). The black color symbolizes mourning for sins, as “no one is sinless” (cf. 1 Kings 8:46, Job 4:17, Romans 3:9-12, etc.). The cross on the prayer rope serves as a reminder that “while we were still sinners, Christ died for us” (Romans 5:8).

Reading spiritual books and attending Church services are beneficial and edifying practices. However, for those unable to engage in these activities, the prayer rope can sometimes substitute other forms of spiritual practice. With each knot, one invokes the name of the Lord Jesus, reciting the short prayer, “Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on me,” or simply, “Lord Jesus Christ, have mercy on me.”

The authentic black woolen prayer rope from Mount Athos features 100 knots, a cross adorned with thread, and four beads in blue or red. It is crafted in the traditional manner and blessed by the monks of Mount Athos.

Length: 32 cm

Cross Dimensions with Tassel: 9.5 x 2.5 cm

Origin: Mount Athos