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Holy Communion

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The question

Is it correct or incorrect to make the sign of the cross after receiving the Holy Communion?

The answer

There is nothing wrong with making the sign of the cross after receiving the Holy Communion. Remember that the priest blesses the whole congregation at the end of the Divine Liturgy by drawing the sign of the cross.

Answered by His Eminence Metropolitan Youssef (opens in a new tab)

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