Altar wine
Altar Wine
Altar wine (/ˈɔːltər waɪn/) is the wine used in the Christian liturgy for the Eucharist. The term is used in relation to the Roman Catholic Church, Eastern Orthodox Church, Oriental Orthodox Churches, Anglican Communion, and some Protestant denominations.
Etymology
The term "altar wine" originates from the Latin words altarium (altar) and vinum (wine), referring to the wine used on the altar during the Christian liturgy.
Usage
In the Roman Catholic Church, altar wine must be pure grape wine and naturally fermented. It must not be mixed with any foreign substances, except for a small quantity of water which is added during the Eucharistic liturgy. The wine must also be unspoiled and not turned into vinegar.
In the Eastern Orthodox and Oriental Orthodox Churches, the altar wine is mixed with a small amount of yeast to produce a slightly leavened wine. This is in keeping with their use of leavened bread for the Eucharist.
In the Anglican Communion and some Protestant denominations, the use of altar wine varies. Some use grape juice instead of wine, while others use both.
Related Terms
- Eucharist: The Christian ceremony commemorating the Last Supper, in which bread and wine are consecrated and consumed.
- Sacramental wine: Wine used for the Eucharist or the Lord's Supper.
- Communion wine: Another term for the wine used in the Eucharist.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Altar wine
- Wikipedia's article - Altar wine
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