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Corporal, Purificator, and Pall: Practical Application and Symbolism in the Eucharist
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Corporal, Purificator, and Pall: Practical Application and Symbolism in the Eucharist
What is the Corporal? The corporal is a white linen cloth, square in shape, that is spread on the altar during the celebration of Mass. Its main function is to receive the bread and wine that will be consecrated, protecting the altar from any fragments or drops. The term “corporal” comes from the Latin “corpus,” which means body, in reference to the Body of Christ that will be present on the altar. Symbolism of the Corporal The corporal symboliz…
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