What is “Mousa” and why are they called so?

A “Mousa” is a natural sponge that comes from the bottom of the sea. This specially processed sponge is called “Mousa” because the priest uses it to clean the Disk and collect the “pearls”, the small pieces of the body of Christ that may have fallen and places them with respect and care in the Holy Chalice. Furthermore, the mousa has a symbolic character as it symbolizes the sponge with which Jesus Christ was watered with vinegar during His Crucifixion. In our online shop you can find ecclesiastical sponges, that is, the processed form of the sea sponge, in three sizes suitable for ecclesiastical use.

Where can I find authentic natural sponges for ecclesiastical use?

In our online shop, we offer Mousa, natural sea sponges that have been specially processed for ecclesiastical use. These sponges have undergone the appropriate treatment to be safely and easily used by priests. They are available in three sizes, with slight differences between them, and maintain their natural irregular shape. One Musa is available in size 9×10 cm, the second in 13×13 cm, and the third in 15×15 cm.

Natural Sponge - Mouses

Natural sea sponge in three sizes that are used by the Priests for the cleaning of the Chalice. The sponges are processed with special techniques, so the priests can use them properly. The name “Mousa” comes from the gathering the “pearls”, that is the small pieces of the body of Jesus Christ, according to ecclesiastical terminology.

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Natural Sponge - Mousa

E9110

8,00 €

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Natural Sponge - Mousa

E9111

17,00 €

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Natural Sponge - Mousa

E9112

22,00 €

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Frequent Questions & Answers

What is “Mousa” and why are they called so?

A “Mousa” is a natural sponge that comes from the bottom of the sea. This specially processed sponge is called “Mousa” because the priest uses it to clean the Disk and collect the “pearls”, the small pieces of the body of Christ that may have fallen and places them with respect and care in the Holy Chalice. Furthermore, the mousa has a symbolic character as it symbolizes the sponge with which Jesus Christ was watered with vinegar during His Crucifixion. In our online shop you can find ecclesiastical sponges, that is, the processed form of the sea sponge, in three sizes suitable for ecclesiastical use.
Where can I find authentic natural sponges for ecclesiastical use?

In our online shop, we offer Mousa, natural sea sponges that have been specially processed for ecclesiastical use. These sponges have undergone the appropriate treatment to be safely and easily used by priests. They are available in three sizes, with slight differences between them, and maintain their natural irregular shape. One Musa is available in size 9×10 cm, the second in 13×13 cm, and the third in 15×15 cm.