The boy’s main godfather is his godfather, and according to church custom, he is the one who is supposed to buy a cross for his godson. Additionally, you can purchase a pendant with the Guardian Angel, Archangel Michael or a small icon with the face of the Savior, Nicholas the Wonderworker. This will further strengthen the spiritual connection that has arisen. The godfather, as a rule, also makes a donation for the ceremony. But by agreement, these expenses can be borne by the child’s parents or relatives.
The pectoral cross is placed by the priest on the chest of the newly baptized immediately after immersion in the font three times and putting on baptismal clothes, therefore it is an integral attribute of the Sacrament. After Baptism, it is worn around the neck constantly as a symbol of faith and a reminder of the sacrifice of Jesus Christ for the atonement of human sins.
Children's gold crosses for Baptism
This product category presents small, neat options for body gold crosses that are well suited for small children, including newborns and babies up to one year old.
High-quality gold products from the Aquamarine factory from the Orthodox Oranta collection are available to everyone. You can purchase a gold cross for a child from us at a price that will be lower than the cost of the same product in a jewelry store or church shop. In addition, such a large selection of crosses from this manufacturer can only be found here, and they are in stock and will be delivered to you as quickly as possible - we cooperate directly with the factory. The cross for Orthodox Baptism must have a canonical crucifix. On the back of the cross there can be the words of any prayer, most often it is Save and Save, but this is not important when choosing a gold cross for a child. Crosses without a crucifix are not suitable for performing the Sacrament; they are usually worn as decoration. Our online store offers only canonical Orthodox crosses of various sizes and shapes, so you can’t go wrong with your choice - any will be suitable for the Baptism of a child.
Gold crosses for babies come in two types: cast and stamped. Cast ones are heavier and therefore a little more expensive, stamped ones are thinner and cheaper, but with such a tiny size the difference in price is insignificant. Gold crosses for newborns produced by SOKOLOV and from the miniature series weigh less than 1 gram, but even with such a miniature size they have a beautiful, pronounced relief.
There are minimum requirements for the size of the cross arm for a child, because children usually wear crosses on strings. We will attach a light cotton rope free of charge to any pattern or cross at your request. Subsequently, it can be replaced with a thin gold chain. Each gold cross is packed in a gift jewelry bag.
The best option for a gold cross for a child’s Baptism is a small one, preferably cast, without sharp ends, from a trusted manufacturer, made of 585 gold. A cross for a girl can be openwork, for a boy it can be more strict and classic.
All small children's gold crosses made by Kostroma jewelers, despite their weight and size, are distinguished not only by their remarkable appearance, but also by their harmonious design, reflecting the traditions and spirituality of Orthodox Christianity.
How to choose a chain for a cross for a child
Often priests insist that a cord, not a chain, be used for the sacrament of baptism. This is easily explained - you can take a rope of any length to put the cross on, as is customary, over your head; Unlike metal, the cord is always warm and soft, it cannot hurt the baby, the rope can be securely tied exactly around the neck so that the child does not chew or lose the cross. However, this is not prescribed by the canons of the sacrament and everything depends on the parents themselves. As a rule, a rope is used at baptism (we put it in the set with any cross, even a silver one), and a chain is given as a gift.
It is important to consider that the chain and the baptismal cross must be made of the same material. If you prefer a gold children's cross, then you need to choose a gold chain for it. There is an opinion that you can wear silver under white gold or combined crosses. Indeed, while the silver chain is new, it will have a color similar to white gold. But in the future, unrhodiumed silver will change color (darken, turn a little yellow) and begin to differ. Therefore, it is desirable that the chain for a child’s cross be made of the same metal as the cross itself. In the LinoBambino store we have both chains and crosses in stock, we do not sell from someone else's warehouse, so we will select the optimal combination - come to the store or ask the operator to select several options for chains for the cross for delivery to choose from.
Miniature baptismal crosses made of gold
In this section you can buy a gold cross for the Baptism of a child, including a newborn baby. Gold crosses for newborns produced weigh less than 1 gram, but even with such a miniature size they have a beautiful, pronounced relief.
Gold crosses for babies come in two types: cast and stamped. Cast ones are heavier and therefore a little more expensive, stamped ones are thinner and cheaper, but with such a tiny size the difference in price is insignificant. All gold crosses come with a free gift bag. At the buyer's request, we will include a free ribbon with the purchase for wearing a cross. Subsequently, it can be replaced with a thin gold chain.
Important characteristics of children's chains - length, weight, weaving
It is important to choose the length of the product. Children's chains made of gold or silver presented in the LinoBambino online store are 40-45 centimeters long. These are quite comfortable to wear during baptism and do not interfere with the baby’s movement.
Keep in mind that the difference between full and hollow chains when worn is not noticeable at all. At the same time, it is expressed in grams and the latter are cheaper due to their lower weight. It is worth paying attention to the weaving of a children's silver chain, or one made of other metals. No matter how beautiful the openwork chain may seem to you, it is not worth buying for your baby. It can unpleasantly dig into or scratch your skin, get tangled in your hair, or cling to your clothes. All this causes significant discomfort to the child.
Pay attention to the most convenient types of chain weaving that we have selected at LinoBambino for your children:
- Anchor is an incredibly strong weave with round and oval shaped links.
- Armor made of flat elements arranged in one plane. The rhombus and nonna look approximately the same, only more openwork.
- Venetian is an anchor weaving technique in which square and rectangular segments alternate. In the balls - round or faceted - miniature silver beads will also alternate in the same way.
- Cord weaving (double, triple anchor) involves a technique in which the product is rolled into a spiral, but remains just as smooth.
- Snakes and laces require the most dense arrangement of links, in which the chain takes on a monolithic appearance.
It is worth considering that although Snakes look visually more beautiful than laces, they are more brittle. Therefore, it is best to wear them as a chain for a child’s cross only on special occasions. But for teenagers, especially girls, such snakes are just right.
Jewelry is made from highly refined metals. The children's gold chain is made of 585 gold. This material is hypoallergenic in itself, so it does not cause any reactions even in the smallest ones. Children's silver chains are 925 standard. This metal is also absolutely safe for children if it is not plated with rhodium, so it is worth keeping an eye on this. Silver chains in LinoBambino are not rhodium-plated.
Children's Orthodox crosses made of gold
According to tradition, the first pectoral cross for Baptism is given to the baby by the godparents, along with baptismal clothing and an icon of the saint whose name the godson is named. Therefore, if you have been chosen as a godfather or godmother, you can buy a children's gold cross as a gift to your godchild, if the parents have not already done so. The cross must be consecrated, but if you choose our store, it is not at all necessary to go to church. The products presented in our assortment have already been consecrated.
It is customary to wear a baptismal cross constantly after Baptism, but in the case of small children it is not always safe, so many parents remove it after the Sacrament. Parents must decide for themselves whether to leave the cross or remove it. If you decide that your child should wear a cross all the time, do not forget about safety precautions. All gold crosses for a child's Baptism from our store do not have sharp edges or parts that could potentially injure the baby. However, pay close attention to the rope or chain for wearing the cross. To prevent cuts and suffocation, its circumference should be approximately twice the circumference of the child's neck and it should tear under half the child's body weight.
Another question that we are often asked is what to do if the first cross given by godparents is lost or broken. This is a common occurrence, especially in the case of young children. From the point of view of the Orthodox Church, there is nothing bad in it. It is enough to purchase a new one, consecrated in the temple, or consecrate it after purchase.
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Baptism of a child: advice to godparents on how to choose a cross for a child
In Christianity, it is believed that every soul is born twice: the first time when it comes into the world, and the second time when it receives the grace of God through the Sacrament of Baptism. Therefore, it is customary to prepare for christening day with all responsibility (both for godparents and ordinary guests), carefully choosing gifts suitable for the occasion, a child’s first cross, the right icon, a baptism set and other spiritual attributes that will keep and protect the baby for many years.
- What is the meaning of the ritual?
On the day of its baptism, the child’s soul joins the Christian faith, is cleansed of original sin and comes under the protection of Higher powers, acquiring a faithful Guardian Angel and heavenly patrons
.
And godparents become the child’s spiritual parents
, vowing to take care of him and protect him from adversity both in earthly life and after it.
- When is it customary to baptize children?
According to church tradition, baptism is carried out on the 40th day after the birth of the child.
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In practice, you can choose any day (both before 40 days and much later), but many parents try not to postpone this important moment, believing in the protection of baptized children from illnesses and other dangers. of 3-4 months
most easily endure the baptism procedure : for most of the ceremony they sleep calmly in the arms of their godparents, and immersion in the font occurs without stress due to the preservation of intrauterine reflexes.
- Where is the best place to baptize a child?
The church does not limit parishioners geographically. Parents have the right to choose the temple closest to home or any other temple. According to observations, it is ideal if the temple has a separate baptismal room
: You don't have to worry about drafts and crowds.
Golden Orthodox cross (art. 120130):
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- Who should be trusted to become godparents?
The choice of godparents must be taken seriously: they should become the closest people (after blood parents) to the child. There are not many religious restrictions: godparents cannot profess a different faith, become a monk, be married to each other, or be the blood parents of a child.
But given the special role in the spiritual education of a child, it is worth taking a closer look at the lifestyle and attitude towards faith of potential godparents.
It is not necessary to choose both godparents:
one is enough to perform the ceremony (for the baptism of a girl there must be a godmother, for the baptism of a boy there must be a godfather).
- What should godparents prepare for the ceremony?
In addition to spiritual preparation, conversation with the priest, confession and communion, godparents must take care of the necessary attributes of the ritual and gifts for the godson/goddaughter.
The godfather
is the main spiritual mentor, guardian and educator of the child.
He must take care of the successful development and moral education of his godson. Therefore, he pays for the baptismal ceremony, makes a donation to the temple
and gives the baby the main symbol of the Christian faith -
the first pectoral cross with a chain or cord around the neck .
A children's Bible
would also be a good gift from a godfather .
A godmother
is a caring and tender parent who is called upon to protect the child’s soul from evil thoughts and help in all matters.
Therefore, she must prepare a baptismal outfit for the child
(a white shirt and socks for a boy; a white dress, cap and socks for a girl) and
a kryzhma
(a piece of fabric or a towel in which the baby is wrapped after baptism).
According to popular opinion, these items are considered miraculous and healing, so it is good if the godmother sews them or does embroidery with her own hands. If you don’t have much sewing skills or free time, in stores you can find special baptismal sets
for girls and boys with everything they need.
Also, the godmother can give the baby an icon with a heavenly intercessor
.
Choose a silver icon in the SLAVIA catalog
Gold icon with enamel “Guardian Angel” (art. 00001_22138):
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- Which icon to choose for a child?
a personalized icon for baptism.
(with the face of the saint whose name the child was named) or
universal
(girls are usually given an icon of the Most Holy Theotokos, and boys an icon of the Savior or St. Nicholas the Wonderworker). Popular options include an icon depicting a Guardian Angel, which is hung over a baby’s crib, an icon of Panteleimon the Healer, which is given with a wish for health, or an icon of St. Matrona, which is considered an intercessor against any troubles and misfortunes.
It is not necessary to give a large wall icon. Small pendant icon
with the face of the Virgin Mary or a saint also has protective powers and is an excellent memorable gift for baptism. At first, such an icon can be hung in a crib or stroller, and over time, the older baby will be able to carry it with him on a chain.
- How to choose a cross for a child?
For the baptism of a small child, it is better to choose a small cross
from any metal (gold or silver), no more than 2 cm long and weighing no more than 2 grams. Remember safety: a cross for a baby should be as flat and smooth as possible, with rounded edges, without protruding parts or sharp edges.
Chain or cord for cross
should be 2 times the length of the baby’s neck, so as not to suffocate him. For a very young child, it is better to choose a textile cord, or gaitan. For older children, a thin chain of simple weaving (ideally anchor or armor) no more than 40-45 cm long and no more than 2-3 mm wide is suitable.
As the baby grows up, the first small cross can be replaced with another, larger one, or made of a different metal (silver to gold). Godparents can give such a gift to a godson/goddaughter for a birthday, Angel's Day or Easter.
Silver spoon (art. 2304010028): go to catalog, baptismal souvenir set (art. RI143NB00808): go to catalog
- What else can you give a child for baptism?
In addition to the cross, icon and other obligatory elements of the ritual, which are bought and given by godparents, other guests and relatives can also present the child with memorable gifts with a pure and spiritual meaning:
- Porcelain doll
or
angel. - A beautiful box
for storing a cross, a lock of hair or a baby's first tooth. - Silver coin
for good luck. - Festive clothes
(a beautiful dress for a girl, a smart shirt for a boy).
White bed linen
or
towel- A silver spoon
for the first tooth (silver is famous for its disinfecting properties, so silver utensils help disinfect food and water, and also protect baby teeth from caries). For baptism, you can choose the option with a cross, an angel or an icon on the handle. - A baptismal set
(there are ready-made versions of sets in elegant packaging, which includes a silver spoon and a child’s cross or a silver spoon and a small silver icon) is a beautiful gift from both godparents and grandparents. - Commemorative silver rattle .
- Photo session
for a godson with godparents or
photo album
.
The main thing to remember when preparing for the baptism of a baby is a pure soul and bright thoughts. Baptism is not just a tradition and not a formality at all, so the celebration should be treated with respect. Congratulate your child with all your heart on an important spiritual event - and then even the simplest cross or small spoon will become a bright memory for a lifetime.
You can choose a cross, an icon or a silver spoon for a baptismal gift in the SLAVIA jewelry catalog
Is a chain for a cross necessary for a child?
The chain and cross for baptism are especially relevant for children over 3 years old. For babies, it is better to choose gaitan that is pleasant to the body. And even for older children it will be relevant every day. Moreover, the laces are presented in different colors - from white and flesh to bright turquoise. For every day it is both safer and more practical.
A chain is an excellent option if godparents or relatives buy it complete with a cross as a gift. In any case, a gold or silver chain is a memorable gift for a child and will be useful to him in the future.
At LinoBambino you can put together a christening set, which we will put in a beautiful box, case or lace envelope with embroidery. When thinking about a gift, add a cross, a baptismal chain (or prefer a cord) and a silver spoon into this set. Be sure to keep in mind that if you buy a cross outside the church, then before performing the sacrament itself, the priest must consecrate it.
