The answer
Sprinkling of the water is a general blessing for the whole congregation.Answered by His Eminence Metropolitan Youssef (opens in a new tab)
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Divine Liturgy
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The question
What is the significance of the priest sprinkling water over the congregation at the end of the liturgy service?
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