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 During the Creed, the priest performs the **washing of hands** as a ritual act of preparation for the **Holy Sacrifice**. As St. Cyril of Jerusalem explains: During the Creed, the priest performs the **washing of hands** as a ritual act of preparation for the **Holy Sacrifice**. As St. Cyril of Jerusalem explains:
  
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 "Hands are a symbol of action, and washing them is a sign that we ought to be pure and free from all sinful and unlawful deeds." "Hands are a symbol of action, and washing them is a sign that we ought to be pure and free from all sinful and unlawful deeds."
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 Following this act of purification, the priest turns to the congregation, spreading his hands in a gesture of **supplication**, asking for their prayers. He then prays silently before the altar, humbly preparing himself for the sacred rites ahead. Following this act of purification, the priest turns to the congregation, spreading his hands in a gesture of **supplication**, asking for their prayers. He then prays silently before the altar, humbly preparing himself for the sacred rites ahead.
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