Oplatki Christmas Wafers - 4 Pack
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Product Description
Oplatki Christmas Wafers - 4 Pack
For centuries on Christmas Eve, families in Poland, Lithuania, the Czech and Slav Republics have practiced a beautiful tradition. It is the breaking and sharing of the Oplatek - Christmas Wafer. Oplatek taken from the Latin word oblatum, meaning Sacred Bread, has been the symbol of Christianity and Jesus Christ our bread of life since the Last Supper. On the Holiest Night of the year a festive 12 course meatless dinner is prepared for the gathered family and friends. An extra setting is placed for a beggar (our Lord) who may come to the door, or a poor family (the Holy Family) looking for a place to stay. The host or hostess leads in a special prayer and distributes an oplatek to the participants. Each person breaks off a piece of the others oplatek and continues until they have exchanged good wishes and blessings with everyone. Traditionally at midnight the head of the household takes the pink oplatek and shares it with the animals on his farm or at his home. This custom brings us back to that Holy Night when even animals were able to speak, and to remind us that we are all Gods creatures.Features of Oplatki Christmas Wafers - 4 Pack
Packaged in Story Envelope
Warning - California Proposition 65 This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
Product FAQs
Q: What is the significance of Oplatki Christmas Wafers?
Ans: Oplatki Christmas Wafers hold a special tradition in Poland, Lithuania, the Czech and Slav Republics where families break and share them on Christmas Eve. It symbolizes Christianity and the Last Supper.
Q: How many wafers are included in the 4 Pack?
Ans: The 4 Pack includes 3 white Oplatki wafers and 1 pink Oplatki wafer.
Q: How are the Oplatki Christmas Wafers packaged?
Ans: The wafers are packaged in a story envelope, adding to the traditional and festive experience.
Q: What is the significance of sharing Oplatki with animals?
Ans: Sharing the pink Oplatki with animals on Christmas Eve is a tradition that dates back to the Holy Night, symbolizing the unity of all God's creatures.
Q: Can Oplatki Christmas Wafers be used for any other occasions?
Ans: While traditionally used on Christmas Eve, Oplatki wafers can also be used for other special occasions or as a meaningful gift to share blessings and good wishes.