St. Francis of Assisi Cincture

Description

A traditional devotion worn in honor of a saint for purity and protection Helps keep in mind some special grace or favor which you hope to obtain **Details The wearing of a cord or cincture is of very ancient origin dating back to the middle ages. The faithful wear a cord or cincture in honor of a saint, to keep in mind some special grace or favor which they hope to obtain through his or her intercession. Designed to wear around the waist, underneath one’s clothing. Wearing a cord or cincture is a sign of chastity, mortification, and humility. Worn by St. Francis to remind himself of the rough cords that bound Christ during His passion. St. Dominic received the cord from St. Francis, and wore it under his clothes, next to his skin. Includes Investiture and Blessing. Hand made.