prosphora

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. a holy bread; a small loaf of leavened bread, used for communion in Orthodox Church. Usually consists of two layers, symbolizing the dual nature of Christ.

Word forms

prosphora prosphoras

Etymology

From Ancient Greek προσφορά (prosphorá, “offering”), from πρός (towards) + φέρω (bring).

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