Why Does a Priest Wear a Biretta?
According to the 1913 Catholic Encyclopedia, "It Was Formerly the Rule That a Priest Should Always Wear It in Giving Absolution in Confession, and It Is...
According to the 1913 Catholic Encyclopedia, "It was formerly the rule that a priest should always wear it in giving absolution in confession, and it is probable that the ancient usage which requires an English judge assume the 'black cap' in pronouncing sentence of death is of identical origin."
What is the purpose of a biretta?
biretta, stiff square hat with three or four rounded ridges, worn by Roman Catholic, some Anglican, and some European Lutheran clergy for both liturgical and nonliturgical functions. A tassel is often attached. The colour designates the wearer's rank: red for cardinals, purple for bishops, and black for priests.
What is meant by biretta?
biretta in American English
(bəˈrɛtə ) noun. a hard, square, ceremonial hat with three or four vertical projections and sometimes with a pompom or tassel at the top, worn by Roman Catholic clergy.
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