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Why does the Priest and Deacon Kiss the Altar
Why Does the Priest or Deacon Kiss the Altar? It happens at nearly every Mass. The priest and deacon enter the sanctuary, approach the altar…and kiss it. But why? It isn't simply a formal gesture or an old Catholic custom. The altar holds a profound place in our worship. It points us toward Christ, His sacrifice, the Eucharist, and even the witness of the early martyrs. In this episode of The Hidden Meanings Behind Catholic Traditions, we uncover what that simple kiss really means—and why understanding it might change the way you look at the altar the next time you attend Mass. Because the…
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