2007-11-12 06:24:48 · 7 answers · asked by trent 1 in Beauty & Style ➔ Fashion & Accessories
Tradition.
The mitre worn by the Pope and other bishops goes back to Judaism.
Here are a couple of interesting articles:
http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/10404a.htm
http://www.catholic.org/encyclopedia/view.php?id=8043
http://www.catholic-forum.com/saints/ncd05513.htm
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mitre
With love in Christ.
2007-11-12 15:26:27 · answer #1 · answered by imacatholic2 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Are you referring to the mitre? This is part of the ceremonial clothing the Pope wears. It has historical significance going back to the early days of the church.
The Pope is considered to be the Bishop of Rome. He wears the mitre - which was a ceremonial headdress worn by bishops. Notice he also carries a shepherd's staff- because the Pope is the earthly shepherd to the world's Catholics.
2007-11-12 06:36:18 · answer #2 · answered by Lizzie 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Although I am not a religious person, I have to say that the answers so far have been quite disrespectful, especially considering that he is "THE' Pope. I do no find any humor in some of the answers, though for some reason, you may find it amusing to make fun of this person. He is someone to be respected, and many people would be very offended a couple of remarks which have been made. Please don't do this.
2007-11-12 07:27:14 · answer #3 · answered by Rach ♥ 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Oh yeah, it would look much prettier in hot pink.
2007-11-12 06:29:01 · answer #4 · answered by shopaholicnessa719 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do rabbis always answer a question with another question?
2007-11-12 06:32:13 · answer #5 · answered by morph_888 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes but what can you wear with those clothes
2007-11-12 06:32:47 · answer #6 · answered by Rob Riff 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes he does it only makes him look weirder tho.
2007-11-12 06:31:54 · answer #7 · answered by Luvybuddy 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋