"Discover the Hidden Treaures Found in Lallibela" Ethiopia Things to Do Tip by Bali-Babe
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Treasures Found in the Churches of Lallibela:
1. Replicas of the Arc of the Covenant
2. Censars: dishes hanging from 3 chains with a cross on top with ornamental sounding
bells. They are carried by the priests for different ceremonies.
3. Mesobe Work: golden baskets used to contain and transport the holy bread to
the church from the Deacon.
4. Tsewa: a chalice made from precious metals used to hold the wine during
the Holy Communion Service.
5. Erfe Maskel: a spoon with a cross on the handle used to administer the blood
of Christ.
6. Meqrez: a candlestick made from metals with seven arms. Oil lamps are put on
the arms to light the churches.
7. Holy Books, Paintings, and Bells
8. Processional Crosses, Hand Crosses, and Carved Crosses: used for ornamental and
blessing purposes.
9. Musical Instruments: Tsenatsel: rattle with 5 metal disks, a drum (Kebero), and
staff ( Mequamia).
10. Umbrellas: decorated with silver crosses, stars and figures of saints. Used during
funeral services, Epiphany, and weddings. Various colors used for certain
ceremonies, carried both inside and outside the churches.
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