Ciborium Veil for Advent and Lent with Gold IHS Embroidery

During Advent and Lent, the ciborium veil serves in celebrations marked by the liturgical color purple.

Use of the ciborium veil during Advent and Lent

It is also intended for other celebrations in which purple is used. Its purpose is to provide a dignified covering for the liturgical vessel used to store the Blessed Sacrament.

The IHS monogram and purple symbolism

For Advent and Lent, purple symbolizes penitence, conversion, prayer, and expectation. These meanings suit liturgies with a more penitential and reflective character, as well as other celebrations in which this liturgical color is used.

The IHS monogram is one of the best-known Christian and Eucharistic symbols. It refers to the name of Jesus and emphasizes His presence in the Blessed Sacrament. The subtle gold embroidery contrasts with the purple background, creating a classic and elegant composition with a solemn, sacred character.

Gold lace finish and available sizes

The veil is finished with decorative gold lace, which harmonizes with the gold embroidery and emphasizes its festive appearance. It is made in two sizes, 9.5 in (24 cm) and 11.5 in (29 cm), allowing it to be matched to the size of the liturgical ciborium.

Carefully made, the veil expresses reverence for the Blessed Sacrament and highlights the beauty of liturgical celebrations. By combining the classic symbolism of IHS with liturgical purple, it is an elegant and functional part of the furnishings of a church, chapel, or sacristy.

• Color: purple with gold accents.
• Finish: decorative gold lace.
• Sizes: 9.5 in (24 cm) and 11.5 in (29 cm).
• Use: liturgical use.