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Saturday, November 4, 2023

Why the Cross is Backward


 

If you look at the procession of these friars, during the recitation of the Rosary, you'll notice that the cross is backwards.  I understand that this is a Dominican tradition.  Back in the day, when Bishops were the only ones allowed to preach, the Bishop's cross led processions.  When the Bishop wasn't present, the cross was backwards.

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