Vimpa
A vimpa (plural: vimpae) is a
liturgical functions when they are not being used by the bishop, in the Roman Catholic, Anglican, and some other western churches.[1][2]
Function
The vimpa is used to hold the mitre or crosier, thus preventing direct contact with the
A vimpa is also used on certain occasions to hold other sacred objects, such as vessels of holy oils.[4]
Design
pontifical mass
.The vimpa is a narrow, winding shawl or scarf, made of a light fabric (usually silk).[5][2] It is either plain or simply decorated.[1][6] The base colour is usually white, but for certain occasions it may be purple, green, or gold.[4][5][2]
The vimpa may be considered a type of humeral veil.[5][2]
See also
References
- ^ a b c Lo Bello, Anthony (24 January 2020). The Origins of Catholic Words: A Discursive Dictionary. Catholic University of America Press. p. 517.
- ^ a b c d Bradshaw, Paul F.; Jennings, Robert (1980). Episcopal Services. Church Literature Association : Alcuin Club/SPCK. pp. 27, 30.
- ISBN 9781945125096.
- ^ ISBN 9781642291025.
- ^ ISBN 9781447485858.
- ISBN 9781616715793.