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A pyx or pix (Latin: pyxis, transliteration of Greek: πυξίς, boxwood receptacle, from πύξος, box tree) is a small round container used in the Catholic, Old Catholic, Lutheran and Anglican Churches to carry the Eucharist, to the sick or those who are otherwise unable to come to a church in order to receive Holy … See more
In the Eastern Orthodox and Greek Catholic Churches, the pyx (Russian: даро́носица, romanized: darónositsa) is the small "church tabernacle" which holds the lamb (host) that is reserved for the Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts during Great Lent. This pyx may be either … See more
• Silver gilt pyx, south of France or Spain, 15th century (Musée de Cluny)
• Bronze pyx for carrying the Eucharist
• Eucharistic dove (Walters Art Museum)
• Rock crystal with copper-gilt mounts pyx from 20th … See more• Pyx article from Catholic Encyclopedia
• A.S. Duncan-Jones and D. C. Dunlop, The Aumbry and Hanging Pyx (Warham Guild, 1925) See moreWikipedia text under CC-BY-SA license Pyxes for the Eucharist - The Catholic Company
Shop for pyxes to store the Eucharist. Use pyxes to repose the consecrated host in the tabernacle, carry the Blessed Sacrament to the sick or homebound, and keep low gluten host …
Pyx and Burse for Holy Communion - Zieglers
Find a variety of pyxes and burses for carrying the Blessed Sacrament to those who wish to receive Holy Communion. Choose from gold-plated, brass, or pewter pyxes and leather or vinyl burses with different designs and sizes.
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Catholic Supply of St. Louis, Inc. carries a large selection of beautiful Pyxes for the Eucharist, as well as the Burse, or leather case that holds the Pyx.
Pyx Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster
Pyx is a noun that refers to a container for the reserved host or a box for sample coins. Learn the etymology, history, and examples of pyx from Merriam-Webster Dictionary.
Pyx | Sacramental, Communion, Eucharist | Britannica
Pyx, in Christianity, vessel containing the consecrated bread used in the service of Holy Communion. Although pyxes were made in various shapes, such as that of a dove, the most common form was that of a small cylindrical box fitted with …
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A pyx is a small round box used to carry the Eucharist to the sick or those unable to attend Mass. Learn more about the history, purpose and usage of the pyx from this FAQ page.
Pyx | Catholic Answers Encyclopedia
Pyx.—The word pyx (Lat., pyxis, which transliterates the Greek, puksis a box-wood receptacle, from puksos box-tree) was formerly applied in a wide and general sense to all vessels used to contain the Blessed Eucharist.
Catholic Pyx | Eucharist Holder | Pyx for Holy Communion
Safely carry the consecrated Eucharist with a Catholic Pyx. Each communion pyx is adorned with Holy symbols or scenes from the Last Supper. Select from our large variety of sizes and styles …
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Shop 24kt gold plated Catholic Pyxes for Holy Communion. Each Holy Communion pyx holds a small number of Consecrated Hosts. Made in Italy & Stocked in USA. Fast Shipping!
