How Church Robes Began

The origin of church robes is quite difficult to ascertain. Although it has been used for a long time, it's difficult to go ahead and pinpoint the exact time that it came about.

History of Church Robes

For instance, robes, especially choir robes were first noticed in existence in Egypt near 2700 BC. Despite the fact that there are no actual signs that indicated this, there was a picture used that showed a choir group during this era.

However, better evidence that showcased the use of a church robe was shown in the Ancient Roman and Greek periods. At this period, the Greek chorus was quite popular and the performers often used the robes to help set them apart from the rest of the people.

As time went on, the robes kept on evolving. These robes continued to change in design and style all along Judaism, Early Christianity and towards the Medieval and Renaissance era.

Members of the church choir started wearing robes to help set them apart from the rest of the congregation. In addition to that, the clergy also dons vestments that set them apart from the rest of the church members.

Moreover, each church and denomination has a different design and style of robe. Some churches even forego the use of the robes altogether.

On the other hand, some churches like the Catholic church imposes that the clergy or priests wear special robes especially when they hold special services and also to distinguish them from the church members.

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