Stole

The long band worn by a Catholic priest around the neck; it corresponds to the Orthodox epitrachelion.

Stola este semnul slujirii hirotonite. Preotul o poartă la toate sacramentele, inclusiv la spovedanie.

See also

ChasubleThe sleeveless outer vestment worn by the Catholic priest at Mass; its colour follows the liturgical season.
EpitrachelionThe long band worn by the priest around the neck and hanging down in front; the sign of priestly grace.

In the same category

Cassock (soutane)The long buttoned robe of Catholic clergy: black for priests, purple for bishops, red for cardinals, white for the pope.
MitreThe headdress of a bishop (and, as an honour, of some priests), worn at solemn services.

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