{"product_id":"bethlehem-olive-wood-pocket-rosary","title":"Bethlehem Olive Wood Pocket Rosary with Engraved Cross","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis compact \u003cstrong\u003eBethlehem olive wood pocket rosary\u003c\/strong\u003e arranges five decades of \u003cstrong\u003e0.24in (6mm) olive wood beads\u003c\/strong\u003e in a continuous loop, divided by four contrasting white prayer markers and completed by an olive wood cross engraved \u003cem\u003eBethlehem\u003c\/em\u003e. Measuring approximately \u003cstrong\u003e7.9in (20cm) overall\u003c\/strong\u003e, it is convenient to carry in a pocket, handbag, travel case or prayer pouch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe olive wood beads measure approximately \u003cstrong\u003e0.24in (6mm)\u003c\/strong\u003e, keeping the complete five-decade rosary considerably more compact than a traditional chain rosary. Its closed-loop construction also prevents a pendant or chain from becoming tangled during travel or daily carry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #9a7530;\"\u003eA Compact Five-Decade Rosary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough compact, this is a complete five-decade rosary rather than a single-decade ring. The beads are arranged in five sections for praying the decades of the Rosary, with contrasting markers helping the fingers recognize each transition without needing to look at the strand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe continuous loop can be held comfortably during prayer and then placed inside a pocket or bag without arranging a long chain. This makes it especially practical for commuting, pilgrimage, travel or keeping close throughout the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #9a7530;\"\u003eBethlehem Olive Wood Beads\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe small \u003cstrong\u003e0.24in (6mm) olive wood beads\u003c\/strong\u003e display natural variations of honey, amber and deeper brown. Fine grain patterns remain visible across their surfaces, giving every rosary its own arrangement of color and figuring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOlive wood has long been shaped into rosaries, crosses and other Christian devotional objects by artisans in Bethlehem. Here, the smaller bead size preserves that Holy Land connection in a format designed specifically for portability and regular prayer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #9a7530;\"\u003eContrasting White Prayer Markers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFour white marble-effect acrylic beads are positioned between the decades. Their lighter color and different surface make them easier to distinguish from the olive wood by both sight and touch, helping the wearer follow the sequence of prayers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe subtle gray veining gives the markers a stone-like appearance while providing a clear visual contrast with the warm brown olive wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #9a7530;\"\u003eWooden Cross Engraved Bethlehem\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAn olive wood cross engraved with the word \u003cem\u003eBethlehem\u003c\/em\u003e completes the loop. Made from the same natural material as the prayer beads, it connects the rosary directly with the city of Christ’s Nativity and Bethlehem’s longstanding tradition of Christian olive wood craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe cross is integrated directly into the strand rather than suspended from a separate chain, helping the rosary retain its compact, tangle-resistant form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #9a7530;\"\u003eFor Prayer Wherever You Are\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis pocket rosary is suitable for personal prayer, pilgrimage and travel, or as a Christian gift for First Communion, Confirmation, baptism, Christmas or Easter. Its understated combination of olive wood and white markers is appropriate for men and women.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Olive wood and marble-effect acrylic markers\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOlive wood bead diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 0.24in (6mm)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall measurement:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 7.9in (20cm)\u003cbr\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact five-decade rosary loop\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCross:\u003c\/strong\u003e Olive wood cross engraved Bethlehem\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Continuous corded loop\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bethlehem, Holy Land\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the rosary away from prolonged water exposure, perfumes and cleaning products. Carry it in a small pouch when placed alongside keys or other hard objects that could scratch the wooden cross or beads. Wipe gently with a clean, dry cloth when needed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Piece of Holy Land","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46928079847596,"sku":null,"price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0638\/0784\/8620\/files\/bethlehem-olive-wood-pocket-rosary-2.jpg?v=1786823113","url":"https:\/\/www.pieceofholyland.com\/products\/bethlehem-olive-wood-pocket-rosary","provider":"Piece of Holy Land","version":"1.0","type":"link"}