Ordination to the Major Order of Deacon
Book Title: Pontificale Romanum Clementis VIII. pont. max. iussu restitutum atque editum
Author: Catholic Church
Image Title: Ordination to the Major Order of Deacon
Description: This engraving illustrates ordination to the second of the three major orders: the diaconate, the sixth of seven ordinations culminating in full priesthood. Seated on his throne and with attendant priests at his side, the bishop offers a book to the ordainee kneeling before him. Each deacon is wearing his characteristic vestment called the dalmatic. After this ordination, the deacon is permitted to read the Gospel during the celebration of the Mass.
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