Woolen Prayer Rope – 100 Knots – Mount Athos

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Woolen Prayer Rope with 100 Knots
A prayer rope, or “Komboskini,” is a string, usually made of black wool or silk thread, knotted into segments. It is a prayer aid used by monks, clergy, and laypeople of the Orthodox Christian faith.

Each segment of the prayer rope holds symbolic meaning. It is primarily made from wool to remind members of the Church that they are the logical sheep of Jesus Christ (John 10:11). The black color represents the mourning of sins, as “there is no one without sin” (cf. 1 Kings 8:46, Job 4:17, Romans 3:9-12, etc.). The prayer rope bears the cross to bring to mind “that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us” (Romans 5:8).

Reading spiritual books and attending Church services are beneficial and valuable. However, for those who do not have access to these opportunities, the prayer rope can sometimes replace other methods. With each knot, the name of the Lord Jesus is invoked, saying 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. It is made in the traditional way and blessed by the monks of Mount Athos.