Definitions
- A sacred vessel used in Catholic and Anglican churches to display the consecrated Eucharistic host during adoration or benediction. - A decorative container made of precious metals, often adorned with jewels and intricate designs. - A ceremonial object used in religious processions or other liturgical events.
- A small container used to carry the consecrated Eucharistic host to the sick or homebound. - A small round box made of metal, wood, or other materials, used to store small objects such as jewelry or coins. - A ceremonial object used in religious processions or other liturgical events.
List of Similarities
- 1Both are sacred vessels used in religious contexts.
- 2Both can be made of precious metals or other valuable materials.
- 3Both can be used in religious processions or other liturgical events.
- 4Both have a connection to the Eucharist in Catholic and Anglican churches.
What is the difference?
- 1Function: Monstrance is used to display the Eucharistic host during adoration or benediction, while pyx is used to carry the Eucharistic host to the sick or homebound.
- 2Size: Monstrance is typically larger and more ornate than pyx, which is smaller and more functional.
- 3Design: Monstrance is often highly decorated with intricate designs and jewels, while pyx is simpler in design and function.
- 4Usage: Monstrance is used primarily in church services, while pyx is used both in church and outside of it.
- 5Connotation: Monstrance has a more formal and ceremonial connotation, while pyx is associated with practicality and function.
Remember this!
Monstrance and pyx are both sacred vessels used in religious contexts, but they differ in their function, size, design, usage, and connotation. Monstrance is a large, ornate vessel used to display the Eucharistic host during adoration or benediction, while pyx is a smaller, simpler container used to carry the Eucharistic host to the sick or homebound.
