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Lambatha

Beautifully decorated Baptismal Candles.

In the Orthodox Church the Baptismal candle (accompanied by 2 smaller matching ones) is a component of the Baptism Box provided for the ceremony by the Godparents.  The traditional decoration of an Orthodox Baptismal candle is for a beautifully decorated candle which includes a large bow of ribbon or tulle, with streamers or trimmings of ribbon.

There is usually one large decorated candle for the ceremony and smaller white candles are carried by children who circle the font. The tradition is for an individual separate larger candle for each child in a family being baptised.

Ivy Emerald is able to provide beautifully decorated Baptismal candles to match your baby's Christening gown and accessories.

Ladopana

The Godparents have the honour of Christening the baby and traditionally bring to the Church what is called ‘Ladopana’ –

1 large white towel (to wrap baby)

1 large white sheet and cap (used with towel to wrap the baby and protect godparents)

1 set of baptismal undergarments (bought by the Godparents to dress baby immediately after the immersion in Baptism)

Bar of soap

Small bottle for olive oil

Hairbrush

Baptismal Box (decorated box to put all items inside to carry to Church)

Baptismal cross and chain

Martyrika (witness pins) – small lapel crosses handed to witnesses at end of ceremony

At Ivy Emerald we are able to assist with these special items.