(Gr Ravdos or Pateritsa) The pastoral staff of a bishop, signifying his responsibilities and the authority by which he spiritually rules his flock Crowns (Gr Stephana) A metal crown or wreath made of cloth in the shape of lemon blossoms, with which the priest "crowns" the newlyweds during the sacrament of Matrimony The crowns are white, signifying purity, and represent the power that is given to the newlyweds to become "king and queen" of their home