Maniple Meaning in Catholic Tradition
| Symbol Category: | Liturgical | Latin Name: | |
| Symbol Family: | vestment | Sacrament: | Any season |
| Associated Saint(s): | Design Forms: | priests; deacons; subdeacons | |
| Associated Colors: | narrow strip | Related Symbols: | |
| Symbol Variations: | fringe;cross | Symbol Pairings: | Medieval |
| Historical Period: | Patristic Era;Medieval;Modern Catholic Century | Geographic Origin: | Universal Church |
| Associated Orders: | Traditional Latin Mass | Associated Devotions: | Stole;Chasuble |
| Architectural Use: | Vestment Use: | ||
| Primary Tradition: | Roman Catholic | Symbol Type: | Liturgical |
Symbol Meaning: Represents toil in ministry and service at the altar.
Theological Significance: Associated especially with older Roman forms.
Historical Origin: Evolved in the Western liturgical tradition.
Bible Reference:
Liturgical Context:
Liturgical Season: short forearm band
Use in Church Art: Common in liturgical art, devotional items, catechesis, and church design.
Visual Elements: band
Short Description: Historic liturgical band once worn on the forearm as a sign of service and labor.
Full Description: Historic liturgical band once worn on the forearm as a sign of service and labor. Represents toil in ministry and service at the altar. Seen in the Church’s public worship and used to communicate sacred action through visible signs.
