Holy water font
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A holy water font or stoup is a vessel containing holy water generally placed near the entrance of a church. It is used in Catholic Church, Anglican Church, and some Lutheran churches to make the Sign of the Cross using the holy water upon entrance of the church.[1] Holy water is blessed by a priest or a deacon, and many Christians believe it to be a reminder of the baptismal promises.[2]
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See also
- Baptismal font
- Nipson anomemata me monan opsin
- Home stoup, for usage and blessing at home
External links
- "Holy Water Fonts" Catholic Encyclopedia article
- Using Holy Water in Daily Devotions by The Rev. Brandon L. Filbert (The Protestant Episcopal Church)
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