Description Hematite bracelet with integrated cross The Bracelet with the embedded cross is a beautiful and elegant monastic handiwork. It is made with care by Orthodox monks and conveys their blessings to those who wear it. The monks on Mount Athos utilize every material to the glory of God. With art and passion, they process semi-precious stones and create precious handicrafts that transfer their blessings to those who use them. Hematite Bracelet: Features The monastic bracelet consists of 22 beads made of hematite in dark gray color. Between these shiny beads, there is a metal cross, where on one side is embossed the figure of the Virgin Mary and on the other the prayer “Lord Jesus Christ have mercy on me”, as well as two small metal beads. The monastic hematite bracelet adorns your hand while offering you protection. It can even be used as a prayer handiwork. Counting its beads, the mind concentrates on the words of prayer, the body calms down and the soul rejoices. This special monastic handiwork acts as an anxiolytic and facilitates the concentration of thought. Handiwork: The Ministry of the Monks The daily life of the monks includes a lot of prayer and participation in all worship services held in the monastery church. At the same time, however, all monks are entrusted with a ministry, a job within the monastery. The most common occupation of monks is handiwork. The manufacture of a variety of products with their own hands, based on monastic tradition. These handmade products, made with effort and passion, carry the blessings of monastic tradition. Beads: 22
