Prayer ropes
Prayer ropes
Orthodox monastery prayer ropes (komboskini - chotki) knitted with wool and silk threads by the monks of Mount Athos under the prayer "Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on me, a sinner." Authentic handmade prayer ropes of exceptional quality made with the art of the Athonite Monks and Fathers.
Komboskini is an aid to prayer and is the spiritual sword of monks and pious Orthodox Christians. Its black color symbolizes the mourning of sins, the tassel is used to wipe away tears and its woolen weave reminds the faithful that they are the flock of Christ.
