They occupy a Central place in the decoration of the temple. At the Central lectern rests the icon of the Holy day or other Church festival, or liturgical book of the gospel. But it can also be a big candlestick. They can also be found in other parts of the temple, for example, on the choir as the music stands for music to the choir or as support for liturgical books, the recitation of prayers and Psalms. For example, the deacon read during the Liturgy the gospel on the pulpit. It is used in the Commission of various ordinances and rites: prayers, taking the monastic vows, funerals, extreme unction, baptism, wedding, confession. Parishioners in some churches can use it to write notes on the health or resting, prayers.
It is traditionally held before the wedding ceremony. Hence the famous expression – "to bring to the lectern" meaning "to marry, to get married."
Device
In form they look like a high quadrangular table or multi-faceted post with sloping top. Sometimes they may be foldable. Countertop for convenience can be in the form of a shallow Board, which serves as a support for books used for reading during worship. At the bottom of the countertop is usually a special holder which does not allow the Shrine to move out or fall down.
Covered with veils of the same color, which in this occasion is clothed the priest.
Lectern Church should be practical, functional and easy to use. No less important is its stability and strength. For the laptop in addition to sustainability is very important to pay attention to its weight. This option needs to be mobile, and therefore easy to carry.
Types
There are several varieties :
folding ("splitting") – is a high and a small table with a sloping top, sometimes covered with cloth on top. Usually it is easy enough to navigate through the temple or even the house, for which it often purchase.
Procentury or column. Usually has its own specially reserved for him a place in the temple. Such tend to place a festive icon.
For choir singing. Massive enough, is executed in the form of a multilateral post to be installed in the choir. Usually has a certain place and the Church is not moved. It should be noted that in the choir, you can often use regular folding or splitting.
- Predpremerny – has a high leg. He has a fairly small size, which allows to save space in the sanctuary. His place, as its name implies, is near the altar. On it rests a liturgical book of the priest.
Holiday different from the usual more beautiful, expensive decoration, with elegant and solemn appearance.
To buy from us
On our site you can find:
- Foldable, with wooden top, with shelf and adjustable.
Brass 1 foot or 4 feet, solid or folding.
- Small brass for 1 leg
- With gilding
- With twisted legs and carved accents
- Drawer unit with lined or gold-plated, with shelves and door
- With lamps
Support under the icons, using gold plating, Nickel, enamel, stones, Basma.
- In addition, you can order individually according to your sketch or wishes.
Our experienced craftsmen use only the highest quality materials and proven manufacturing techniques.
On our website you can purchase Church items both individually and by kit. Available for special order according to the wishes and sketches of the customer. The price will depend on materials used, product size and type of the used inserts.
