Description

Prayer Rope Ring with 11 Knots and Metal Cross

The prayer rope, also known as *komboskini* or *chotki*, is a cord typically made from black wool or silk thread, braided into knots. It is a prayer aid used by monks, clergy, and laypeople of the Orthodox Christian faith.

Each part of the prayer rope holds symbolic significance. It is primarily made of wool to remind members of the Church that they are the rational sheep of Jesus Christ (John 10:11). Its black color symbolizes mourning for sins, as “no one is without sin” (cf. 1 Kings 8:46, Job 4:17, Romans 3:9-12, etc.). The prayer rope also includes a cross to remind believers that “while we were still sinners, Christ died for us” (Romans 5:8).

Reading spiritual books and attending Church services are good and beneficial practices. However, for those unable to do so, the prayer rope can sometimes substitute these other forms of devotion. 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 prayer rope from Mount Athos features 11 knots and a metal cross. It is handmade in the traditional way and blessed by the monks of Mount Athos.

Diameter: 2 cm

Origin: Mount Athos