{"product_id":"russian-prayer-rope","title":"Russian Prayer Rope — 100-Knot Black Chotki","description":"\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted in the Holy Land from black knotted cord, this \u003cstrong\u003eRussian Prayer Rope\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as a \u003cstrong\u003eChotki\u003c\/strong\u003e, features \u003cstrong\u003e100 hand-tied knots\u003c\/strong\u003e, silver-tone bead markers every twenty-five knots, a knotted cord cross, and a full tassel. Measuring \u003cstrong\u003e13in (33cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e and weighing \u003cstrong\u003e0.7oz (20g)\u003c\/strong\u003e, this Orthodox Prayer Rope is light, flexible, and suitable for daily prayer, travel, or quiet devotion at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #9a7530;\"\u003eOrthodox Prayer Rope \u0026amp; Chotki Tradition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eChotki\u003c\/strong\u003e is deeply connected to the Russian and broader Slavic Orthodox tradition, where prayer ropes have long been used to guide repetitions of the \u003cstrong\u003eJesus Prayer\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cem\u003eLord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on me, a sinner.\u003c\/em\u003e Known in different traditions as a \u003cstrong\u003ePrayer Rope\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eRussian Prayer Rope\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eKomboskini\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong\u003eKomvoskini\u003c\/strong\u003e, this devotional item helps keep the hands, mind, and heart focused during prayer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #9a7530;\"\u003e100-Knot Construction with Silver Markers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003e100-knot Chotki\u003c\/strong\u003e is made from durable black cord, carefully tied into a longer prayer cycle than a compact 33-knot or 50-knot rope. The silver-tone markers divide the rope into four sections of twenty-five knots, giving the hand a clear tactile guide during extended prayer without needing to count each knot visually. The result is a practical and reverent \u003cstrong\u003eEastern Orthodox Prayer Rope\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for sustained devotional use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #9a7530;\"\u003eKnotted Cross \u0026amp; Full Tassel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe rope is finished with a small cross knotted from the same black cord and a fuller tassel at the end. In Orthodox tradition, the tassel is often associated with repentance, humility, and the tears of prayer. Its presence also helps mark the end of the prayer cycle by touch, making this \u003cstrong\u003eOrthodox Prayer Rope\u003c\/strong\u003e both beautiful and functional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #9a7530;\"\u003eJesus Prayer, Daily Devotion \u0026amp; Christian Gifting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003e100-knot Russian Prayer Rope\u003c\/strong\u003e is well suited for those with an established \u003cstrong\u003eJesus Prayer\u003c\/strong\u003e practice, as well as anyone wishing to deepen their Orthodox Christian devotion. It makes a meaningful Christian gift for chrismation, Easter, Christmas, pilgrimage, clergy, seminarians, monastics, or loved ones seeking a traditional prayer companion from the Holy Land.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWipe gently with a dry cloth when needed. Avoid soaking, perfumes, oils, or harsh cleaning products, as these may affect the cord over time. Store loosely coiled and keep the tassel free from tangling to help preserve its shape.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Piece of Holy Land","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46677132640428,"sku":null,"price":34.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0638\/0784\/8620\/files\/russian-prayer-rope-7.jpg?v=1782801685","url":"https:\/\/www.pieceofholyland.com\/products\/russian-prayer-rope","provider":"Piece of Holy Land","version":"1.0","type":"link"}