Description

Monastic Cord of Tamas with 33 Knots

The Tamas Cord is an authentic monastic handiwork. Following a centuries-old tradition, the monks prayerfully make handmade rosaries that convey their blessings.

Its knots number 33. It stands out thanks to the quality of its materials and the emphasis on details during its construction.

The Monastic Prayer Cord can be worn on the hand and used by Christians as an aid during prayer but also as an offering, as a tama, to the Virgin Mary or to a saint of Orthodoxy.

What is the Tamas Cord made of?

Its 33 knots are made of wool silk thread. A cross, of Russian style, hangs on the Cord of Hope. This cross, on its front side, bears a relief representation of the Crucified. On its reverse side, it bears an inscription in the Church Slavonic language.

The Cord of Hope also consists of two black beads which are on the left and right of the silver cross.

Tama: What is it and when does it happen?

Tama is an age-old habit, a centuries-old custom of believers all over the world. We find it in all historical periods, in many religions.

In the Orthodox faith and tradition, Christians make tamas to a saint, to the Virgin Mary or to Christ, as an offering, as a reward for answering their prayers. In return for the help, the favor they received from them.
Believers usually offer the saints or the Virgin Mary large lamps, gold or silver icons, their jewelry or other objects made of precious materials. When the saints or the Virgin Mary respond to their prayer request and make their wish come true, the faithful dedicate what they ordered to the church or to a specific icon. All the things that believers usually make are called vows or vows. The word vows comes from the verb anatithimi which means to entrust, entrust, dedicate.