Discuție:Scapular
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A scapular is a necklace that hangs down both in front and in back, with a small, flat rectangular pendant at each end. Scapular comes from the Latin word scapula, which means shoulder blade. It developed as a practical garment, protecting the habit during work, and was in time invested with spiritual significance, consecration or dedication to God. A scapular is worn under clothing in an inconspicuous manner. Traditional scapulars are made out of brown cloth similar to that worn by Carmelite nuns. They can also be made out of leather, various colored cloth, vinyl or plastic. Small scapulars can represent a certain devotion or spiritual idea from a community. These scapulars have two pieces of cloth (generally about an inch square), connected by cords and worn over the head. It often has a picture or a particular color, depending on the spirituality it stands for.