What Does A Cardinal Wear?

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Have you ever wondered what a Cardinal is wearing and why? Catholic-Link breaks it down for you!

What Does A Cardinal Wear?

What Does A Cardinal Wear?

Mainly red, specifically Scarlet, representing a willingness to die for the Catholic Faith.

  1. THE BIRETTA
    A hat that is square with rigid flap.
  2. THE ZUCCHETTO
    Small, scarlet, round hat worn under the biretta.
  3. THE MOZZETTA
    Scarlet cape that goes down to the elbows with 12 buttons representing the Apostles.
  4. THE ROCHET
    A loose white lined vestment bordered with lace.
  5. THE CASSOCK
    An ankle length robe traditionally with 33 buttons representing Christ’s Life.
  6. THE PECTORAL CROSS
    Worn close to the heart, reflecting the Bishop’s role as a shepherd and leader of the flock.
  7. THE CARDINALS RING
    Symbolizes their bond with the Papacy.

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